Cross- Compiler

Views Updated: Dec 15, 2025

Key Facts

Abbreviation
XC
Pronunciation
/krɔs kəmˈpaɪlər/
Category
Computing
Related Field
Software

Examples in Context

  1. Building a toolchain establishes a cross-compiler environment.
  2. A cross-compiler runs on one type of processor, but compiles instructions for another.
  3. A cross-compiler runs on a host computer and produces object code for the target.
  4. You may also need to configure a cross-compiler to generate the binaries you intend to test.
  5. You may use either a native compiler running under the emulator or a cross-compiler on your host.

Other meanings of XC