compatible sets
[/kəmˈpætəbəl sɛts/]
nounpl: compatible sets
conjuntos compatíveis
1. In mathematics and logic, sets that can coexist or work together without contradiction; sets whose elements or properties do not conflict with each other
These two sets are compatible because they share common elements without creating logical inconsistencies.
Esses dois conjuntos são compatíveis porque compartilham elementos comuns sem criar inconsistências lógicas.
2. In computer science, data structures or systems that can operate together or be integrated without requiring modifications
The software requires compatible sets of drivers to function properly across different platforms.
O software requer conjuntos de drivers compatíveis para funcionar adequadamente em diferentes plataformas.
3. In relational databases, sets of tuples or records that satisfy the same constraints and can be processed together
The database administrator ensured that compatible sets of records were grouped for efficient querying.
O administrador de banco de dados garantiu que conjuntos compatíveis de registros fossem agrupados para consultas eficientes.
This is primarily a technical and academic term used in mathematics, computer science, and engineering fields. It is not commonly used in everyday Brazilian or American English conversation, but is standard terminology in universities, software development, and scientific research across both cultures.
Related Idioms & Phrases
compatible sets work in tandem
compatible sets do not clash
compatible sets align perfectly
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