annotated function
[/ˈænəˌteɪtɪd ˈfʌŋkʃən/]
nounpl: annotated functions
função anotada
1. A function in programming that has metadata or descriptive comments attached to it, typically using decorators or special markers to provide additional information about its behavior, purpose, or requirements.
The annotated function uses the @deprecated decorator to warn developers that it will be removed in future versions.
A função anotada utiliza o decorador @deprecated para avisar aos desenvolvedores que ela será removida em versões futuras.
2. In academic or technical documentation, a function that includes explanatory notes, comments, or cross-references to clarify its operation or usage.
The textbook presented an annotated function showing each step of the algorithm with detailed explanations.
O livro didático apresentou uma função anotada mostrando cada passo do algoritmo com explicações detalhadas.
This is primarily a technical term used in software development and computer science education. It gained prominence with the rise of languages like Java (with @Override, @Deprecated) and Python (with decorators). In both Brazil and the USA, the term is used identically in professional and academic settings, reflecting the global nature of programming language standardization.
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