Word
generics
Phoneticsgener·ics
/dʒəˈnɛɹɪks/
Plural noun
Definition
n. a way in programming to write one piece of code that works with many different types of data.
n. a programming language feature allowing classes, interfaces, and methods to operate on parameterized types rather than concrete types. Enables type-safe reusable code without duplication across data types.
Examples
“Generics let programmers reuse the same code for different types.”
“The team uses generics to build a single list class that safely stores both integers and strings.”
“By introducing generics into the codebase, the developers eliminated duplicated collection classes while preserving compile-time type checking across modules.”
Examples
simple
“Generics let programmers reuse the same code for different types.”
contextual
“The team uses generics to build a single list class that safely stores both integers and strings.”
complex
“By introducing generics into the codebase, the developers eliminated duplicated collection classes while preserving compile-time type checking across modules.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “generics” in context.
Verb
01. generics eliminate
“Generics eliminate the need for explicit casting between object types.”
noun + verb
02. generics enable
“Generics enable a single class to operate safely on multiple data types.”
noun + verb
03. generics ensure
“Generics ensure compile-time type checking and reduce runtime errors.”
noun + verb
04. implement generics
“The team implemented generics to eliminate duplicated code for different types.”
verb + noun
05. introduce generics
“Java 5 introduced generics to improve type safety and readability.”
verb + noun
Adjective
06. bounded generics
“The course covers bounded generics to restrict type parameters to specific hierarchies.”
adj + noun
Noun
07. limitations of generics
“Understanding the limitations of generics is essential for advanced system design.”
noun + prep + noun
08. avoid raw types in generics
“Always avoid raw types in generics to prevent unchecked warnings.”
09. constrain generics with upper bounds
“You can constrain generics with upper bounds to limit allowed types.”
10. ensure type safety with generics
“You can ensure type safety with generics without duplicating logic.”
11. leverage generics for code reuse
“Effective APIs leverage generics for code reuse across data models.”
12. make full use of generics
“Senior developers make full use of generics to build scalable libraries.”
Usage
Takes plural verb agreement in its programming sense ('generics allow', not 'allows').
Related words
Domains
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C2 ProficiencyIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.8.5–9.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 6.0114–120
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C2 · Proficiency
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