boolean connector

[ˈbuːliən kəˈnɛktər]
nounpl: boolean connectors
operador booleano
1. A logical operator (AND, OR, NOT) used in database searches and programming to combine or modify search terms and control the logical relationship between them
The boolean connector AND narrows search results by requiring all terms to be present.
O operador booleano AND restringe os resultados de busca exigindo que todos os termos estejam presentes.
2. A symbol or word used in programming and information retrieval to create compound logical expressions
Using the OR boolean connector expands your search to include alternative terms.
Usar o operador booleano OR expande sua busca para incluir termos alternativos.
This is primarily a technical term used in computer science, information technology, and digital literacy education. It is used identically in both Brazilian Portuguese and Portugal. The term is essential in database searching, programming education, and information retrieval systems, becoming increasingly important in digital literacy contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
boolean operatorlogical operatorlogical connector

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
operador booleano
standard term used in computing and education
Portugal
operador booleano
same terminology as Brazilian Portuguese
Technical Communities
conector lógico
alternative technical term sometimes used

Related Words

boolean logicAND operatorOR operatorNOT operatorsearch operatordatabase query

Related Idioms & Phrases

boolean search
boolean logic
combine with boolean operators
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