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object-oriented

American

[ob-jikt-awr-ee-en-tid, ‑-ohr‑, ob-jekt‑] / ˈɒb dʒɪktˌɔr iˌɛn tɪd, ‑ˈoʊr‑, ˈɒb dʒɛkt‑ /

adjective

Computers.

pertaining to or denoting a system, programming language, etc., that supports the use of objects, as an entire image, a routine, or a data structure.

Etymology

Origin of object-oriented

1985–90

Example Sentences

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Object-oriented approaches allow models and simulations to be linked to form a richer environment for examining new technologies and joint force structures.

From Shock and Awe — Achieving Rapid Dominance by Wade, James P.

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