instantiation
nounUK /ɪnˌstænʃiˈeɪʃən/
US /ɪnˌstænʃiˈeɪʃən/
Instantiation is when a general idea becomes a real, specific thing.
The first instantiation of the app was a simple prototype.
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2. In computing, the act of creating a specific object from a template or class.
The program crashed during the instantiation of the new object.
3. A concrete example that represents an abstract concept.
This painting is a perfect instantiation of the artist's style.
4. The process of putting an idea or plan into practice.
The instantiation of the new policy took several months.