overflow check
Computing term for verifying that a value does not exceed its allowed range, often used in programming and data validation.
In integer arithmetic, it is important to implement an overflow check.
Standard kanji spelling for this computing term.
Kana-mixed spelling; may be used for clarity or in contexts where the kanji 溢 is less common.
Compound of 溢れ (afure, 'overflow') + 検査 (kensa, 'check, inspection'). The exact historical derivation is uncertain; the term is a modern technical coinage.