disassembler (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /dɪs.əˈsem.blər/

Definition

A program that converts machine code (binary instructions) into a human-readable assembly language, allowing for analysis of software.

Examples

• The security researcher used a disassembler to examine the malware's code.

• Understanding assembly language is crucial for effectively using a disassembler.

• This disassembler can handle various processor architectures.

How to Use disassembler

disassembler for (prepositional phrase)

Specifies the purpose or type of code the disassembler is designed to handle. — "This disassembler is specifically for ARM processors."

run a disassembler (collocation)

To execute or operate the disassembler program. — "You need to run a disassembler on the compiled code to see the assembly instructions."

Synonyms of disassembler

Words with a similar meaning to disassembler:

• decompiler
• debugger
• reverse engineering tool

Antonyms of disassembler

Words with the opposite meaning to disassembler:

• assembler
• compiler

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