Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

ds

abbreviation
/diː ˈɛs/
Definition
A common abbreviation used in various contexts, most notably in computer science and programming.
Examples
  • The ‘ds’ in programming often refers to ‘data structures’ such as arrays and linked lists.
  • Many data scientists use tools and languages that are part of the ‘ds’ ecosystem.
Meaning
In computing, ‘ds’ can refer to data structures, short for ‘data science’, or even signify ‘double spaced’ in typesetting.
Synonyms
  • Data structures (if used in programming)
  • Double spaced (if used in formatting)