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fourth generation language (4GL)
A computer language designed to improve the productivity achieved by high order (third generation) languages and, often, to make computing power available to non-programmers. Features typically include an integrated database management system, query language, report generator, and screen definition facility. Additional features may include a graphics generator, decision support function, financial modeling, spreadsheet capability, and statistical analysis functions.
- Part of Speech: noun
- Industry/Domain: Computer; Software
- Category: Software engineering
- Organization: IEEE Computer Society
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