Uniform Resource Locator
The address of a resource on the web. Consists of a scheme (https://), domain, optional path, and optional query string. Pronounced as individual letters: U-R-L.
"The API endpoint URL is https://api.example.com/v2/users?role=admin&page=2 — the query string filters and paginates results."
The address of a resource on the web. Consists of a scheme (https://), domain, optional path, and optional query string. Pronounced as individual letters: U-R-L.
URL stands for "Uniform Resource Locator".
"URL" is pronounced /ˌjuː.ɑːrˈel/. Use the "Listen" button above to hear it spoken aloud.
Yes: "The API endpoint URL is https://api.example.com/v2/users?role=admin&page=2 — the query string filters and paginates results."
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"URL" is used as a noun (acronym).
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