loose coupling

noun — 2 senses

loose coupling

noun
1

Computer, Computing, Engineering, Mathematics, Natural sciences, Physical sciences, Science, Sciences A low-level interdependent coupling between program modules.

2

The situation where ties between people and groups in an organization are not as strong as those recognised by theories of bureaucracy.

Organizational studies

Antonyms
tight coupling
Hypernyms
coupling

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