polymorphism

Meanings

• noun

  The ability of a single substance or species to exist in or assume different forms.

• noun

  In computer science, the ability of an object to take on many forms or types.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with polymorphism
form , transform , calm , psalm

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Variants

List of all variants of polymorphism that leads to same result
polymorphic , polymorphically , polymorphism , polymorphisms , restriction fragment length polymorphism , restriction fragment length polymorphisms

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Etymology

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From the Greek words polys (many) and morphē (form).

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Trivia

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1. Polymorphism is a common concept in mythology and folklore, where beings can take on various forms.

2. The term was first used in the field of biology in the late 1800s.

3. In computer science, polymorphism is a fundamental concept in object-oriented programming.

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Related Concepts

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1. morphology: The study of the forms and structures of organisms and their parts.

2. polysemy: The property of a word having multiple meanings.

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Culture

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Polymorphism has been a significant concept in various fields, including biology, physics, and computer science. In literature, it is often used as a metaphor for change or transformation.

How to Memorize "polymorphism"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine various shapes and forms changing and adapting to different environments.
   - Visualize a chameleon changing its color to blend in with its surroundings.

2. associate
   

   - Associate polymorphism with the ability to adapt and change.
   - Associate it with transformation and metamorphosis.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Polymorphism: many forms.
   - Poly: many, morphism: forms.

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