CONSTANT

Constant

In computer programming, a constant is an identifier whose associated value cannot typically be altered by the program during its execution . Many programming languages make an explicit syntactic distinction between constant and variable symbols.

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constant

Noun

  1. That which is permanent or invariable.
  2. A quantity that remains at a fixed value throughout a given discussion.
  3. Any property of an experiment, determined numerically, that does not change under given circumstances.
  4. An identifier that is bound to an invariant value; a fixed value given a name to aid in readability of source code.

Adjective

  1. Unchanged through time or space; permanent.
  2. Consistently recurring over time; persistent.
  3. Steady in purpose, action, feeling, etc.
  4. Firm; solid; not fluid.
  5. Consistent; logical.


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