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What does "break" mean in programming?
break is one of the most common terms in software development. This guide explains what it means, how it is used in practice, and why it matters, with real examples from the developer world.
Definition
A keyword that immediately exits the nearest enclosing loop or switch statement. Execution continues at the statement after the loop or switch.
Example
"for (const item of items) { if (item === target) break; }"
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