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varchar

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

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Pronunciation

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  • UK: /ˈvɑːt͡ʃɑː/
  • US: /ˈvɑɹt͡ʃɑɹ/
  • US: /ˈvɛ(ə)ɹkɛ(ə)ɹ/

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noun

Meaning 1

A text field of indeterminate length in a database, as opposed to the traditional fixed-length field.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

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

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

History

Etymology

From the data type name, a shortening of variable character.