array Definition
- 1an ordered series or arrangement
- 2a data structure consisting of a collection of elements, each identified by an index or a key
Using array: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "array" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The store has a wide array of products.
Example
She arranged the flowers in an array of colors.
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The program uses an array to store the data.
Example
The soldiers marched in an array.
array Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for array
- assortment
- range
- sequence
- series
- lineup
Phrases with array
in full array
in full battle dress, ready for combat
Example
The soldiers stood in full array, waiting for the order to attack.
an array of options
a wide range of choices or possibilities
Example
The menu offers an array of options for vegetarians.
Example
The small country had to array itself against the invading army.
Origins of array
from Old French 'arei', meaning 'order'
Summary: array in Brief
An 'array' [əˈreɪ] is an ordered series or arrangement, such as a lineup of soldiers or a range of products in a store. In computer science, it refers to a data structure consisting of a collection of elements. Phrases like 'an array of options' and 'in full array' use 'array' to denote a wide range of choices or full battle dress, respectively.
