(~s)
1.
You use ~ to indicate that something relates to a general area, rather than being detailed or specific. (TECHNICAL)
...coordinated programmes of regulation of the economy both at the ~ level and at the micro level.
= global
? micro
ADJ: usu ADJ n
2.
A ~ is a shortened version of a computer command which makes the computer carry out a set of actions. (COMPUTING)
N-COUNT