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lock(before:)

Attempts to acquire a lock before a given date.

Declaration

func lock(before limit: Date) -> Bool

Parameters

  • limit:

    The time before which the lock should be acquired.

Return Value

true if the lock is acquired before limit, otherwise false.

Discussion

The thread is blocked until the receiver acquires the lock or limit is reached.

See Also

Related Documentation

  • Threading Programming Guide

Acquiring a Lock