PHP defined() Function
Example
Check if a constant exists:
<?php
define("GREETING","Hello you! How are you today?");
echo defined("GREETING");
?>
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Definition and Usage
The defined() function checks whether a constant exists.
Syntax
defined(name)
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| name | Required. Specifies the name of the constant to check |
Technical Details
| Return Value: | Returns TRUE if the constant exists, or FALSE otherwise |
|---|---|
| PHP Version: | 4+ |
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