nested

[ˈnɛstɪd]

nested Definition

  • 1arranged in or having a nested form
  • 2placed or enclosed one within another

Using nested: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "nested" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The code has several nested loops.

  • Example

    The Russian dolls are an example of nested objects.

  • Example

    The report contains a nested table.

nested Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for nested

Phrases with nested

  • a hierarchical structure where each level contains subordinate levels, like a tree structure

    Example

    The nested hierarchy of biological classification is used to organize living organisms.

  • a function defined inside another function

    Example

    In Python, a nested function can access variables from the enclosing function.

  • a list that contains other lists as elements

    Example

    In HTML, a nested list is created using the

      and
    • tags.

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Summary: nested in Brief

The term 'nested' [ˈnɛstɪd] refers to something arranged in a nested form or placed or enclosed one within another. It is commonly used in computer programming to describe code with multiple layers of loops or functions, and in design to describe objects with a layered or stacked appearance. Examples include nested loops, Russian dolls, and nested tables.