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Subclass: meaning, definitions and examples

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subclass

 

[ หˆsสŒbหŒklรฆs ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

programming term

In object-oriented programming, a subclass is a class that inherits from another class, known as a superclass. This relationship allows the subclass to inherit attributes and methods from the superclass, enabling code reuse and the creation of more specialized versions of a class. Subclasses can also override or extend the functionality of the superclass, providing a way to customize and enhance behavior. The use of subclasses promotes a hierarchical structure in code which can help in organizing complex systems.

Synonyms

child class, derived class

Examples of usage

  • The class Dog is a subclass of Animal.
  • In Java, you can create a subclass using the 'extends' keyword.
  • When designing software, it's beneficial to utilize subclasses for better code management.

Translations

Translations of the word "subclass" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น subclasse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค‰เคชเคตเคฐเฅเค—

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Unterklasse

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ subkelas

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั–ะดะบะปะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ podklasa

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ‚ตใƒ–ใ‚ฏใƒฉใ‚น

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท sous-classe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ subclase

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท alt sฤฑnฤฑf

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„œ๋ธŒํด๋ž˜์Šค

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูุฆุฉ ูุฑุนูŠุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ podtล™รญda

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ podtrieda

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅญ็ฑป

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ podrazred

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ undirflokkur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ า›ะพัั‹ะผัˆะฐ ะบะปะฐัั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฅแƒ•แƒ”แƒ“แƒ แƒ™แƒšแƒแƒกแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ alt sinif

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ subclase

Etymology

The term 'subclass' emerged from the concept of class and inheritance in the field of computer science and programming. It is derived from the compound of the prefix 'sub-', meaning 'under' or 'below', and 'class', referring to a group or category of objects or concepts. In programming languages like Java, C++, and Python, the notion of subclasses became prominent in the late 20th century as object-oriented programming paradigms gained popularity. The focus on encapsulation, inheritance, and polymorphism drove the adoption of class hierarchies, wherein subclassing allowed developers to create more precise and manageable code structures. Over the years, subclassing has become a fundamental concept in various programming languages, shaping how developers approach software design and architecture.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,389, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.