database-independent
|da-ta-base-in-de-pen-dent|
/ˈdeɪtəˌbeɪs ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/
not tied to a specific database
Etymology
'database-independent' originates from the combination of 'database' and 'independent', where 'database' refers to a structured set of data and 'independent' means not influenced or controlled by others.
The term 'database-independent' evolved from the need for software solutions that could operate across different database systems without modification.
Initially, it meant 'not reliant on a specific database', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not reliant on a specific database system or format.
The software is designed to be database-independent, allowing it to work with various database systems.
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Last updated: 2025/03/16 19:38