primitive operations
[PRIM-uh-tiv op-uh-RAY-shunz]
nounpl: primitive operations
operações primitivas
1. In computer science, the most basic, fundamental operations that a computer or programming language can perform, serving as building blocks for more complex operations
Addition and subtraction are primitive operations in most programming languages.
Adição e subtração são operações primitivas na maioria das linguagens de programação.
2. The lowest-level instructions or functions that cannot be broken down into simpler components
The CPU executes primitive operations at the machine code level.
A CPU executa operações primitivas no nível de código de máquina.
3. In mathematics and formal systems, the simplest operations defined within a system from which other operations can be derived
Set theory uses primitive operations like union and intersection.
A teoria dos conjuntos usa operações primitivas como união e interseção.
This is a technical term primarily used in computer science, software engineering, and mathematics education. It's equally understood in both Brazilian and American technical communities and has standardized translations across Portuguese-speaking regions. The concept is fundamental to understanding how computers work at the most basic level.
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