terminal node

[ˈtɜːrmɪnəl nəʊd]
nounpl: terminal nodes
nó terminal
1. In computing and graph theory, a node that has no outgoing edges or children; a leaf node in a tree structure
In the decision tree, each terminal node represents a final classification or outcome.
Na árvore de decisão, cada nó terminal representa uma classificação ou resultado final.
2. In networking, a point where a communication line ends or terminates
The terminal node in the network must be configured with proper IP settings.
O nó terminal na rede deve ser configurado com definições de IP adequadas.
3. In linguistics and parsing, a node representing a lexical item or word at the end of a parse tree
Each word in the sentence corresponds to a terminal node in the syntax tree.
Cada palavra na sentença corresponde a um nó terminal na árvore sintática.
This is primarily technical terminology used in computer science, mathematics, and engineering fields. It is equally understood in both Brazilian and American technical contexts, with no significant cultural variations. The term is essential in data structures, algorithms, artificial intelligence, and network design discussions.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
leaf nodeend nodefinal nodenó folha
Antonyms / Antônimos
root nodeinternal nodeparent node

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
nó terminal
Standard term used in computer science and data structure contexts
Portugal
nó terminal
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; technical terminology is largely uniform
Technical English (USA)
terminal node
Commonly used in computer science, machine learning, and network engineering
Technical English (UK)
terminal node
Same usage as USA; alternative term 'leaf node' is also common

Related Words

tree structuregraph theorydecision treenodeedgeparent nodechild node

Related Idioms & Phrases

reach the terminal node
traverse to a terminal node
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