Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

alphasort

verb
/ˈæl.fə.sɔrt/
Definition
A function or method that arranges a list of items in alphabetical order.
Examples
  • The programmer used alphasort to organize the list of names.
  • Alphasort helps in quickly retrieving entries from a database.
Meaning
Alphasort is commonly used in programming and data management to organize strings or entries based on their lexicographical order, making it easier to locate and reference items.
Synonyms
  • sort alphabetically
  • organize
  • arrange