isolated vertex

[/ˈaɪ.sə.leɪ.tɪd ˈvɜr.tɛks/]
nounpl: isolated vertices
vértice isolado
1. In graph theory, a vertex that has no edges connected to it; a vertex with degree zero
In the graph representation, node 5 is an isolated vertex because it has no connections to any other nodes.
Na representação do grafo, o nó 5 é um vértice isolado porque não tem conexões com nenhum outro nó.
2. A point or node in a network that is disconnected from all other points
The network analysis revealed several isolated vertices that could be removed without affecting connectivity.
A análise da rede revelou vários vértices isolados que poderiam ser removidos sem afetar a conectividade.
This is a specialized mathematical and computer science term used uniformly across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese academic environments. It is essential terminology in graph theory courses and network analysis applications. The term has no colloquial variations and is used consistently in technical documentation and academic papers in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
isolated nodedisconnected vertexsingleton vertexindependent vertex
Antonyms / Antônimos
connected vertexadjacent vertex

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
vértice isolado
Standard term used in mathematics and computer science education
São Paulo
vértice isolado
Commonly used in technical and academic contexts
Portugal
vértice isolado
Same terminology used in Portuguese mathematics curriculum
USA Academic
isolated vertex
Standard technical term in English-speaking mathematics and computer science

Related Words

vertexedgegraph theorydegree of a vertexconnectivitysubgraph

Related Idioms & Phrases

stand-alone vertex
orphaned node
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