loop vs iteration

iteration vs loop

loop and iteration both are nouns.

loop is a verb but iteration is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
loop	Yes	No	Yes	No
iteration	Yes	No	No	No

As nouns, loop and iteration are synonyms defined as:

loop and iteration: (computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated

loop (noun)	iteration (noun)
a flight maneuver; aircraft flies a complete circle in the vertical plane	doing or saying again; a repeated performance
an intrauterine device in the shape of a loop	(computer science) executing the same set of instructions a given number of times or until a specified result is obtained
fastener consisting of a metal ring for lining a small hole to permit the attachment of cords or lines	(computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated
a complete electrical circuit around which current flows or a signal circulates
the topology of a network whose components are serially connected in such a way that the last component is connected to the first component
the basic pattern of the human fingerprint
a computer program that performs a series of instructions repeatedly until some specified condition is satisfied
an inner circle of advisors (especially under President Reagan)
(computer science) a single execution of a set of instructions that are to be repeated
anything with a round or oval shape (formed by a curve that is closed and does not intersect itself)

loop (verb)	iteration (verb)
wind around something in coils or loops
fasten or join with a loop
make a loop in
fly loops, perform a loop
move in loops

Difference between loop and iteration

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