Return

Definition

The return keyword is used in functions/methods to send back a value to the caller. It terminates the execution of a function and passes control back to where it was called from.

Related terms

Void method/function: A void method or function does not return any value. It performs some actions but doesn't send anything back.

Return type: The return type specifies what type of value will be returned by a function/method.

Method call/invocation: A method call refers to using/calling a specific method in your program, which may include passing arguments and receiving returned values.