Meaning & Definition of word "Constructor"

Constructor

/kənˈstrʌktər/

noun:

  • 1. A person or thing that constructs something.
    • Example: The constructor built the entire residential complex in just under a year.
  • 2. In programming, a special method used to initialize objects.
    • Example: Every class in Python can define a constructor method to set initial values for its attributes.
  • 3. A person or company that is involved in the construction industry.
    • Example: The constructor was awarded the contract for the highway expansion project.
  • 4. Someone who designs and creates structures or systems.
    • Example: As a constructor, she has worked on various innovative architectural designs.
  • 5. In mathematics, a function or operation that creates a new object.
    • Example: The constructor for this class takes two parameters to generate unique instances.

Etymology

From Latin 'constructus', meaning 'to build' or 'to form'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

general contractor:

A contractor responsible for overseeing a construction project.

constructor pattern:

A design pattern in programming for creating objects.

lead constructor:

The primary builder or contractor on a construction project.

Related Words

construction:

The process of building something.

structural:

Relating to the structure or construction of something.

build:

To make or construct something.

Slang Meanings of constructor

Meaning: Someone who is very skilled at building things.

Example Sentence: He's a real constructor; give him some wood and nails, and he can make anything.

Meaning: In gaming, a player who excels at building structures.

Example Sentence: In Fortnite, he's known as the best constructor in the team.