node depth

[/noʊd dɛpθ/]
nounpl: node depths
profundidade do nó
1. In computer science and graph theory, the distance or number of edges from a reference node (usually the root) to a specific node in a tree or hierarchical structure
The node depth of a leaf node in a binary tree is the number of edges from the root to that leaf.
A profundidade do nó de uma folha em uma árvore binária é o número de arestas da raiz até essa folha.
2. The level or position of a node within a hierarchical data structure, measured in terms of distance from the root node
Calculating node depth is essential for understanding tree traversal algorithms.
Calcular a profundidade do nó é essencial para entender algoritmos de travessia de árvore.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in computer science, software engineering, and data structure education. It is used consistently across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries without significant regional variation. The term is fundamental in computer science curricula and professional programming contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
tree depthleveldistance from rootnode level

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
profundidade do nó
Standard technical term used in computer science and information technology contexts
Portugal
profundidade do nó
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical terminology is consistent across Portuguese-speaking regions
Academic/International
nível do nó
Alternative technical term sometimes used interchangeably in academic contexts

Related Words

tree structureroot nodeleaf nodeheight of treenode distance
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