polymorphic collections
[pɒl.iˈmɔːr.fɪk kəˈlek.ʃənz]
nounpl: polymorphic collections
coleções polimórficas
1. In programming and data structures, collections (such as arrays, lists, or sets) that can store objects of different types or types derived from a common superclass or interface, allowing for flexible and reusable code through polymorphism
Polymorphic collections allow a single list to contain both Dog and Cat objects that inherit from an Animal superclass.
Coleções polimórficas permitem que uma única lista contenha objetos Dog e Cat que herdam de uma superclasse Animal.
2. Data structures that leverage polymorphic behavior to store heterogeneous elements while maintaining type safety through inheritance hierarchies or interface contracts
The framework uses polymorphic collections to manage various UI components derived from a common base component.
O framework utiliza coleções polimórficas para gerenciar vários componentes de UI derivados de um componente base comum.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in software development and computer science education. It is equally recognized in both English-speaking countries and Brazil/Portugal, particularly in academic settings and professional development communities. The concept is central to object-oriented programming paradigms taught in universities and used in enterprise software development.
Related Idioms & Phrases
leverage polymorphism for flexibility
maintain type safety through inheritance
handle diverse object types uniformly
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