key term - Return Statement

Definition

A return statement is used in functions/methods to specify what value should be sent back as output when the function is called. It terminates the execution of a function and returns control back to where it was called from.

Related terms

Function: A function is a block of code that performs a specific task. It can have input parameters and may or may not return a value.

Method:

A method is similar to a function but is associated with an object or class in object-oriented programming.

Void:

Void is used as a return type for functions/methods that do not return any value.