implicit representation
[ɪm'plɪsɪt ˌreprɪ'zenteɪʃən]
nounpl: implicit representations
representação implícita
1. A representation of data, objects, or concepts that is not directly stated but implied through indirect means, such as formulas, algorithms, or relationships
The implicit representation of a circle as x² + y² = r² is more compact than listing all points on its circumference.
A representação implícita de um círculo como x² + y² = r² é mais compacta do que listar todos os pontos em sua circunferência.
2. In computer science, a method of encoding information where data is defined by conditions or rules rather than being explicitly stored
The graph used an implicit representation through an adjacency function rather than storing all edges in memory.
O gráfico usou uma representação implícita através de uma função de adjacência em vez de armazenar todas as arestas na memória.
3. In mathematics and logic, encoding information through indirect specification or constraints
The implicit representation of the solution set was defined by a system of inequalities.
A representação implícita do conjunto de soluções foi definida por um sistema de desigualdades.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in computer science, mathematics, and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It is commonly encountered in university courses on algorithms, data structures, and computational geometry. The term is equally understood across both countries due to the international nature of computer science education and literature.
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