dynamically linked library

[daɪˈnæmɪkli ˈlɪŋkt ˈlaɪbreri]
nounpl: dynamically linked libraries
biblioteca de ligação dinâmica
1. A software library that is linked to a program at runtime rather than at compile time, allowing multiple programs to share the same library code in memory
The application uses a dynamically linked library to access system functions without increasing its file size.
O aplicativo usa uma biblioteca de ligação dinâmica para acessar funções do sistema sem aumentar o tamanho do arquivo.
2. A compiled code module that can be loaded and executed by multiple applications simultaneously, reducing memory overhead and enabling easier updates
Windows uses DLLs as dynamically linked libraries to manage system resources efficiently.
O Windows usa DLLs como bibliotecas de ligação dinâmica para gerenciar recursos do sistema de forma eficiente.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in software development and computer science contexts. In Brazil, the English abbreviation 'DLL' is widely recognized and used even in Portuguese-language documentation, particularly in Windows development environments. The term reflects the importance of dynamic linking in modern computing infrastructure, where it significantly impacts system performance and software maintenance efficiency.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
shared librarydynamic libraryruntime libraryDLL
Antonyms / Antônimos
static librarystatically linked library

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
biblioteca de ligação dinâmica
Standard technical term used in Brazilian software development
Rio de Janeiro
biblioteca dinâmica
Common shortened form in technical circles
São Paulo
biblioteca de ligação dinâmica; DLL
Often referred to by English acronym in tech hubs
Portugal
biblioteca de ligação dinâmica
Standard European Portuguese technical terminology

Related Words

shared objectruntime linkerlibrary linkingexecutable

Related Idioms & Phrases

link at runtime
dynamic loading
shared code module
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