What does TUPLE mean?

tuple 1. Parts of Speech:

Noun

2. Definitions:

1. A sequence of elements of any type, used to represent a single entity in a programming language.
2. A group of two or more related items treated as a single entity.

3. Pronunciations:

• US: /ˈt(j)uːp(ə)l/
• UK: /ˈtjʊp(ə)l/

4. Origin and Usage:

The word "tuple" originated from the Latin word "tupla," meaning "a fold" or "a doubling." It was first used in mathematics to refer to a set of ordered elements. In computer science, a tuple is used to represent a single entity that has multiple attributes, such as a persons name, age, and address. It is often used in programming languages such as Python, Java, and Ruby.

5. Synonyms:

None

6. Related Words:

• array
• stack
• queue
• class
• object

7. Example Sentences:

1. Python uses tuples to represent immutable sequences of elements. (source: Python documentation)
2. The tuple (1, 2, 3) represents a three-dimensional point in space. (source: Math is Fun)