mutable data structures

[ˈmjuːtəbəl ˈdeɪtə ˈstrʌktʃərz]
noun
estruturas de dados mutáveis
1. Data structures in programming that can be modified after creation, allowing their contents, size, or state to be changed without creating a new object
Lists and dictionaries are mutable data structures in Python, meaning you can add, remove, or modify elements after creation.
Listas e dicionários são estruturas de dados mutáveis em Python, o que significa que você pode adicionar, remover ou modificar elementos após a criação.
2. Containers that support in-place modification operations such as insertion, deletion, or update of elements
Arrays are mutable data structures, allowing you to change individual elements by their index.
Arrays são estruturas de dados mutáveis, permitindo que você altere elementos individuais pelo seu índice.
This is a technical computing term used universally across both Brazilian and international programming communities. In Brazil, it's commonly taught in computer science courses and used in software development discussions. The term maintains the same meaning and usage across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking developer communities, making it an important concept in cross-cultural tech communication.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
modifiable data structureschangeable collectionsalterable containers
Antonyms / Antônimos
immutable data structuresimmutable collectionsread-only data structures

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estruturas de dados mutáveis
Standard term used in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
estruturas de dados mutáveis
Commonly used in tech hubs and universities
Portugal
estruturas de dados mutáveis
Same terminology used in Portuguese computer science education
USA
mutable data structures
Standard technical term in English-speaking programming communities

Related Words

immutabledata structureobject statereference semanticsarrayslistshash mapsside effects

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass by reference
side effects in programming
state mutation
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