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singleton element

[/ˈsɪŋɡəltən ˈɛləmənt/]
nounpl: singleton elements
elemento singleton
1. In mathematics and computer science, a set containing exactly one element
The set {5} is a singleton element in set theory.
O conjunto {5} é um elemento singleton na teoria dos conjuntos.
2. In design patterns, a class instantiated only once during the lifetime of an application
The database connection is implemented as a singleton element to ensure only one instance exists.
A conexão com o banco de dados é implementada como um elemento singleton para garantir que apenas uma instância exista.
Synonyms
singletonunit setsingle-element set
Antonyms
empty setmulti-element setplural set

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
elemento singleton
commonly used in computer science and mathematics education
Portugal
elemento singleton
technical term used in academic and professional contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

one of a kind
single instance
unique element
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