Meaning of the word monad in English
What does monad mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
monad
US /ˈmɑːn.æd/
UK /ˈmɒn.æd/
Noun
1.
an ultimate indivisible unit, as a simple substance or a living being
Example:
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Leibniz's philosophy posits the universe as composed of countless monads.
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Each individual soul can be considered a unique monad.
2.
a structure that allows structuring computations by sequencing actions and composing functions, often used in functional programming
Example:
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In Haskell, the IO monad is used to handle side effects.
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Understanding the concept of a monad is crucial for advanced functional programming.