Modifier
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈmɒdɪfaɪə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Modifier is a noun meaning One who, or that which, modifies.
Meaning
One who, or that which, modifies.
More Meanings
- (programming) A keyword that qualifies the meaning of other code.
- (computing) Ellipsis of modifier key.
- (grammar) A word, phrase, or clause that limits or qualifies the sense of another word or phrase. (It may be any of the following: an adjective phrase, an adverb phrase, a prepositional phrase, a noun phrase, or a subordinate clause.)
Example Sentences
The protected modifier makes a class member visible to subclasses, but not to external code.
Word Forms
- modifiers
Synonyms for modifier
Depending on context, synonyms include qualifier.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include qualifier, modify, shaper, amendment, reform, amend.
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