Phrase guide

referential integrity

noun · 1 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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noun

Meaning 1

The property of a relational database that enforces valid relationships between tables, such that no foreign key can contain a value that does not match a primary key in the corresponding linked table.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: uncountable

Topics: computing, databases, engineering, mathematics, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, sciences

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History

Etymology

referential + integrity

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Translations

4 source translations are retained for this English entry.

  • French: intégrité référentielle — referential integrity
  • German: referentielle Integrität — referential integrity
  • Romanian: integritate referențială — referential integrity
  • Turkish: ilişkisel bütünlük — referential integrity