VERB + ITERATIVE
uses
ITERATIVE + NOUN
algorithm
adj
Of a procedure that involves repetition of steps (iteration) to achieve the desired outcome; in computing this may involve a mechanism such as a loop.
Expressive of an action that is repeated with frequency.
noun
A verb showing the iterative aspect.
adjective — marked by iteration
We'd usually solve this problem recursively, but the proposed solution uses an iterative algorithm.
It's an iterative process.