generic object
[dʒəˈnɛrɪk ˈɑbdʒɪkt]
nounpl: generic objects
objeto genérico
1. An unspecified or non-distinct item or thing that lacks particular characteristics or identifying features; something that represents a general class or category rather than a specific instance
The programmer used a generic object to handle multiple data types in the application.
O programador usou um objeto genérico para lidar com múltiplos tipos de dados na aplicação.
2. In programming and software development, an object that is not bound to a specific data type and can work with any type parameter
The framework provides a generic object container that accepts any type of data.
O framework fornece um contêiner de objeto genérico que aceita qualquer tipo de dado.
3. In general usage, something that is ordinary, commonplace, or not distinguished by special features
The store displayed generic objects on the shelf without any distinctive branding.
A loja exibiu objetos genéricos na prateleira sem nenhuma marca distintiva.
This term is primarily used in technical and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's commonly used in software development and computer science education. The concept of generics is fundamental to modern programming languages like Java, C#, and Python, making this a standard term in the tech industry across both countries.
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