argument order

[/ˈɑːrɡjumənt ˈɔːrdər/]
nounpl: argument orders
ordem dos argumentos
1. In programming and linguistics, the sequence in which arguments or parameters are arranged in a function call, method declaration, or logical statement
The function requires a specific argument order: first the filename, then the mode.
A função requer uma ordem dos argumentos específica: primeiro o nome do arquivo, depois o modo.
2. In formal logic and rhetoric, the arrangement of premises or supporting points in an argument
The argument order affects how persuasive the presentation will be to the audience.
A ordem dos argumentos afeta o quanto a apresentação será persuasiva para o público.
3. The sequence or priority in which arguments are presented in a debate or discussion
We need to reconsider the argument order to present the strongest points first.
Precisamos reconsiderar a ordem dos argumentos para apresentar os pontos mais fortes primeiro.
This term is primarily used in technical and academic contexts, particularly in software development and formal logic. In Brazil, it is commonly found in programming tutorials, API documentation, and computer science courses taught in universities. The term is largely culture-neutral as it refers to a universal concept in programming and formal argumentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
parameter ordersequence of argumentsargument sequenceorder of parameters

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ordem dos argumentos
Standard term used in programming documentation and formal discussions
São Paulo
ordem dos argumentos
Technical term commonly used in IT and software development contexts
Portugal
ordem dos argumentos
Used in European Portuguese programming documentation with same meaning
General USA
argument order
Standard technical term in English-speaking programming communities

Related Words

function callparameterargument passingfunction signaturelogical argumentpremise

Related Idioms & Phrases

wrong argument order
correct argument order
reverse the argument order
maintain argument order
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