mutable collection

[ˈmjuːtəbəl kəˈlɛkʃən]
nounpl: mutable collections
coleção mutável
1. A data structure in programming that can be modified after creation, allowing elements to be added, removed, or changed
In Java, ArrayList is a mutable collection that allows you to add or remove elements dynamically.
Em Java, ArrayList é uma coleção mutável que permite adicionar ou remover elementos dinamicamente.
2. Any collection or group of items whose contents can be altered or updated after the initial creation
Using a mutable collection in concurrent programming requires careful synchronization to avoid data corruption.
Usar uma coleção mutável em programação concorrente requer sincronização cuidadosa para evitar corrupção de dados.
This is primarily a technical term used in software development and computer science. It is essential terminology in programming languages like Java, Python, and C#. The concept is particularly important in discussions about data structures, memory management, and concurrent programming. Both English and Portuguese technical communities use these terms extensively in documentation, code reviews, and academic discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
modifiable collectionchangeable collectionalterable collection
Antonyms / Antônimos
immutable collectionunmodifiable collectionfixed collection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
coleção mutável
Standard technical term used in computer science and programming contexts
São Paulo
coleção mutável
Used in IT companies and tech hubs
Portugal
coleção mutável
Same usage as in Brazil, standard in Portuguese IT terminology
USA Tech Industry
mutable collection
Commonly used in software development documentation and discussions

Related Words

immutabledata structureArrayListLinkedListHashMapmutability

Related Idioms & Phrases

modify a collection on the fly
dynamically alter a collection
thread-safe mutable collection
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