linkedvariable

noun

UK /lɪŋkt ˈveəriəbl/

US /lɪŋkt ˈveriəbl/

A linked variable is a value in a computer program that is tied to another value, so when one changes, the other changes too.

The slider on the screen is a linked variable, so moving it updates the number in the box.

SYNONYMS

bound variable connected variable coupled variable tied variable

RELATED WORDS

variable reference pointer binding dependency

OTHER MEANINGS

2. In programming, a variable whose value is shared or synchronized with another variable or object.

Changing the linked variable automatically refreshed the display.

3. In data systems, a field that is joined to a field in another table so both stay consistent.

The customer ID is a linked variable between the two tables.

4. In spreadsheets, a cell whose value is connected to another cell through a formula.

The total is a linked variable that updates when the price cell changes.