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Definition: Represents one value that is supplied by one function (the calling function) that wishes to make use of the services of another function (the called function). In Delphi, every parameter is classified as value, variable, constant, or out.

Also Known As: argument

Related Resources:

Functions and Procedures
Creating user defined subroutines in Object Pascal.

Routines in Delphi: Beyond the Basics
Extending Object Pascal functions and procedures with default parameters and method overloading.

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