variable references

[VER-ee-uh-bul REF-er-uhn-siz]
nounpl: variable references
referências de variáveis
1. In programming, instances where a variable name is used to access or point to a value stored in memory
The function uses variable references to modify the original data structure.
A função usa referências de variáveis para modificar a estrutura de dados original.
2. Pointers or identifiers that allow a program to retrieve or update the value associated with a named variable
Understanding variable references is crucial for mastering pointer manipulation in C++.
Compreender referências de variáveis é crucial para dominar manipulação de ponteiros em C++.
3. Symbolic names used in code to denote locations in memory where data is stored
Variable references allow programmers to write more readable and maintainable code.
Referências de variáveis permitem que programadores escrevam código mais legível e mantível.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in software development and computer science education in both Brazil and the USA. It is part of the standard international programming vocabulary and is used identically across English and Portuguese-speaking technical communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
variable pointersmemory referencesvariable identifierssymbol references
Antonyms / Antônimos
literal valuesconstantshard-coded values

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
referências de variáveis
Standard technical term used in programming education and professional contexts
Portugal
referências de variáveis
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical documentation
São Paulo
referências de variáveis
Common in tech industry and software development companies
Rio de Janeiro
referências de variáveis
Used consistently in academic and professional programming contexts

Related Words

pointerdereferencememory addressvariable scopevariable assignmentreference parameter

Related Idioms & Phrases

pass by reference
dereference a variable
follow the reference
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