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main method

[/meɪn ˈmɛθəd/]
nounpl: main methods
método principal
1. In programming, the primary function or entry point of a program where execution begins
The main method is where the Java program starts executing.
O método principal é onde o programa Java começa a ser executado.
2. The primary or most important technique or approach used to accomplish something
The main method for solving this problem is through systematic analysis.
O método principal para resolver este problema é através de análise sistemática.
Synonyms
primary methodprincipal methodprimary functionentry point
Antonyms
secondary methodauxiliary methodhelper method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método principal
most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
método principal
standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

go the main route
stick to the main method
back to the main method
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