1. computer programs that translate source code written in a high-level programming language into machine code or another programming language
Usage: computing
2. people who collect and assemble information, data, or materials from various sources to create a comprehensive work

Examples

• Modern compilers can optimize code to run more efficiently on different processors.
• The C++ compiler detected several syntax errors in the program.
• Software developers rely on compilers to convert their code into executable programs.
• The compilers of the encyclopedia spent years gathering information from experts.
• Dictionary compilers must verify the accuracy of thousands of definitions.
• The compilers of the annual report collected data from all departments.