arrays
/əˈɹeɪz/
Meanings
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noun
A collection of elements, each identified by an index or key.
- "An array of numbers: [1, 2, 3, 4]"
- "An array of strings: ['apple', 'banana', 'cherry']"
Antonyms
disarray
Synonyms
don , dress , put on
Variants
List of all variants of arrays that leads to same resultarray , arrayed , arrayer , arrayers , arraying , arrays
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.Derived from the Old French word 'arras', meaning 'a row' or 'rank'.
Trivia
Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word-
Arrays were first introduced in the ALGOL programming language in the late 1950s.
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Arrays are not just limited to numerical data; they can also store strings, objects, and other complex data types.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
List: Arrays and lists are similar data structures, but arrays have a fixed size, while lists can grow or shrink dynamically.
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Vector: Arrays are often used interchangeably with vectors in mathematics and computer graphics.
Culture
Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.Arrays have extensive usage in computer science and mathematics. They are used to store and manipulate large sets of data efficiently.
How to Memorize "arrays"
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visualize
- Imagine an array as a container with labeled compartments, each holding a single element.
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associate
- Associate the word 'array' with the word 'ranks' or 'rows'.
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mnemonics
- Remember that 'A' in 'Array' stands for 'Aggregate' or 'Assemble'.
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