Catamorphism
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˌkætəˈmɔːfɪzəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Catamorphism is a noun meaning (functional programming) A generalization of the folds on lists known from functional programming to arbitrary abstract data types that can be described as initial algebras.
Meaning
(functional programming) A generalization of the folds on lists known from functional programming to arbitrary abstract data types that can be described as initial algebras.
Word Forms
- catamorphisms
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include anamorphism, fold, unfold, morphism, monad, apomorphism.
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