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Instanced: meaning, definitions and examples

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instanced

 

[ ˈɪn.stənst ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

computer terminology

Instanced refers to the creation of multiple copies or occurrences of an object or entity within a computing environment, particularly in programming or software development. These instances can represent distinct elements which share the same underlying structure but may vary in attributes or behaviors.

Synonyms

copy, duplicate, replica

Examples of usage

  • The game features instanced dungeons for players to explore.
  • In object-oriented programming, each class can have multiple instanced objects.
  • The design allows for instanced rendering to enhance performance.

Translations

Translations of the word "instanced" in other languages:

🇵🇹 instanciado

🇮🇳 उदाहरणित

🇩🇪 instanziiert

🇮🇩 diinstansikan

🇺🇦 інстанційний

🇵🇱 zinstancjonowany

🇯🇵 インスタンス化された

🇫🇷 instancié

🇪🇸 instanciado

🇹🇷 örneklenmiş

🇰🇷 인스턴스화된

🇸🇦 مثالة

🇨🇿 instancovaný

🇸🇰 inštancovaný

🇨🇳 实例化

🇸🇮 instanciran

🇮🇸 dæmt

🇰🇿 инстанцияланған

🇬🇪 ინსტანცირებული

🇦🇿 nümunəvi

🇲🇽 instanciado

Etymology

The term 'instanced' derives from the word 'instance,' which comes from the Latin 'instantia,' meaning 'standing upon' or 'to stand.' Over time, 'instance' evolved to refer to an example or occurrence of something. The usage in computing and software development emerged in the late 20th century as programming languages and methodologies began to emphasize the importance of objects and entities. The notion of creating instanced versions of an object allowed developers to efficiently manage resources and streamline code, contributing to the rise of object-oriented programming. As technology advanced, concepts related to instancing found applications in various fields, such as gaming, graphics rendering, and database management. This evolution highlights the growing complexity and capabilities of software engineering.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,459, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.