a planned and orderly way of doing something
Sam used a new method to solve the math problem faster.
The method of cooking rice in a clay pot gave it a special flavor.
✦ From Middle French méthode, from Latin methodus, from Ancient Greek μέθοδος (métʰodos) meaning "pursuit, following after".
in computer programming, a function that belongs to a specific object or class
The "print" method sends text to the console.
Call the update method every frame to keep the game running smoothly.
in change-ringing, a fixed pattern for ringing church bells in a particular order
The ringers practiced a new method called "Plain Bob Minor."
Memorizing each method takes patience and a keen ear.
A system of methods and principles used in a particular area of study, activity, or field of research.
The professor outlined the methodology for the research project.
Our team developed a new methodology to improve efficiency.
✦ From New Latin methodologia, from Ancient Greek μέθοδος (méthodos, 'pursuit, method') + -λογία (-logía, 'study, discourse').
