getter

English

/ˈɡɛtə/, /ˈɡɛtə(ɹ)/

noun
Definitions
  • One who gets.
  • (object-oriented programming) A function used to retrieve the value of some property of an object, contrasted with the setter.
  • (sciences) A material which is included in a vacuum system or device for removing gas by sorption.
  • (mining) A miner who dug coal, contrasted with the putter (putter), who took it to the surface.

Etymology

Suffix from English get.

Origin

English

get

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