logical operator

[ˈlɒdʒɪkəl ˈɒpəreɪtər]
nounpl: logical operators
operador lógico
1. A symbol or word used in programming and Boolean algebra to connect two or more conditions or expressions, returning a true or false value based on logical rules
The AND logical operator returns true only when both conditions are satisfied.
O operador lógico AND retorna verdadeiro apenas quando ambas as condições são satisfeitas.
2. In computing, a function that performs operations on Boolean values following the rules of formal logic
Common logical operators include AND, OR, NOT, and XOR in programming languages.
Os operadores lógicos comuns incluem AND, OR, NOT e XOR em linguagens de programação.
This is a technical term primarily used in computer science, programming, and mathematics education. It is standardized terminology across both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese, as well as in English-speaking countries. The term is essential in STEM education and professional software development contexts in both the USA and Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
Boolean operatorlogic operatorlogical connective

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
operador lógico
Standard term used in computer science education and professional contexts
Portugal
operador lógico
Same usage as in Brazil; technical terminology is standardized across Portuguese-speaking regions
USA
logical operator
Standard English term in computer science and programming contexts

Related Words

Boolean algebraconditional statementtruth tableprogramming logicAND operatorOR operatorNOT operatorXOR operator

Related Idioms & Phrases

applying logical operators to a problem
chaining logical operators
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