memory allocation and deallocation

[/ˈmɛməri ˌæləˈkeɪʃən ənd ˌdiːæləˈkeɪʃən/]
noun phrase
alocação e desalocação de memória
1. The process of assigning memory space to a program or variable (allocation) and releasing that memory back to the system when it is no longer needed (deallocation)
In C++, memory allocation and deallocation can be done using new and delete operators.
Em C++, a alocação e desalocação de memória podem ser feitas usando os operadores new e delete.
2. A fundamental programming concept for managing dynamic memory resources efficiently and preventing memory leaks
Proper memory allocation and deallocation practices are essential for writing efficient software.
Práticas apropriadas de alocação e desalocação de memória são essenciais para escrever software eficiente.
3. The lifecycle management of memory blocks from request to release in computational systems
Java's garbage collection automates memory allocation and deallocation for developers.
A coleta de lixo do Java automatiza a alocação e desalocação de memória para os desenvolvedores.
This is technical jargon used primarily in software development communities in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it's commonly taught in computer science programs and used in tech companies. The term has remained relatively standardized across both Portuguese-speaking regions, though European Portuguese may prefer 'libertação' over 'desalocação' in some contexts. Understanding memory allocation and deallocation is considered fundamental knowledge in programming education and professional practice in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
memory managementdynamic memory handlingheap managementresource allocation
Antonyms / Antônimos
memory leakstatic memory allocation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
alocação e desalocação de memória
Standard technical terminology used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
alocação e desalocação de memória
Commonly used in tech companies and development communities
Rio de Janeiro
alocação e desalocação de memória
Standard usage in universities and tech industry
Portugal
alocação e desalocação de memória / atribuição e libertação de memória
Both terms used; 'libertação' more common in European Portuguese

Related Words

garbage collectionmemory leakpointerheapstackmallocfreenew operatordelete operatormemory fragmentationbuffer overflow

Related Idioms & Phrases

memory leak detection
smart pointer management
automatic memory management
manual memory management
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