Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

character-type

noun

/ˈkærɪktər taɪp/

Definition

A category of characters in a system, often referring to their attributes, roles or functions.

Examples

The character-type defines how the program interprets each input character.
In the context of databases, different character-types can help in managing and sorting text more efficiently.
You can find various character-types in programming languages, such as strings and integers.

Meaning

In computing and typography, a character-type refers to specific classifications of characters, such as letters, numbers, symbols, or any graphical representation made on a screen or on paper.