grammar specification
[ˈɡræmər ˌspesɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: grammar specifications / especificações gramaticais
especificação gramatical
1. A formal description or document that outlines the grammatical rules, syntax, and structure of a language or programming language
The grammar specification for Java defines how the language's syntax should be structured.
A especificação gramatical para Java define como a sintaxe da linguagem deve ser estruturada.
2. A set of rules used to parse and validate text or code according to predefined linguistic or computational standards
Developers rely on the grammar specification to ensure their code compiles correctly.
Os desenvolvedores dependem da especificação gramatical para garantir que seu código seja compilado corretamente.
3. In linguistics, a detailed formulation of the grammatical rules governing a particular language variety
The grammar specification for Portuguese includes rules for verb conjugation and agreement.
A especificação gramatical do português inclui regras para conjugação verbal e concordância.
This term is primarily used in technical and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in computer science, linguistics, and language development fields. It reflects the globalized nature of programming and linguistic standardization, with the same terminology used across different cultures and regions.
Related Idioms & Phrases
follow the grammar specification
adhere to grammar specification
violate the grammar specification
within the bounds of the grammar specification
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