Database Terminology

noun a shapeless mass; a drop of a thick liquid or other viscous substance

• The scientist observed a mysterious blob under the microscope.
• I accidentally spilled some paint and now there's a blob on the floor.
• That blob of ketchup on your shirt is really noticeable.
• Her thoughts were like a swirling blob, impossible to untangle.

noun a depression or dip between two hills

• The chemist used a col to measure the volume of the liquid precisely.
• Can you pass me that col over there so I can scoop out some ice cream?
• I found a cool col in the garage that we can use for the barbecue.
• The team captain acted as a col, guiding his teammates towards victory.

noun A word that refers to a person, place, thing, event, substance, or quality.

• Please ensure you have completed all sections before submitting your entry.
• Don't forget to fill out all the boxes before sending in your entry.
• Make sure you've filled in everything before you enter.
• Your entry into the competition will open up new opportunities for you.

noun a quantity of material that fills or is used to fill something

verb to make or become full; to occupy a space or time

• Please fill out this form with your personal information.
• Can you fill me in on what happened last night?
• I'm going to fill up on pizza before the movie starts.
• Her laughter seemed to fill the room with joy.

noun a section of text or a piece of information that is added to a document or database

verb to put or place something into something else

• Please insert the key into the lock and turn it to open the door.
• Don't forget to insert your name and contact information on the form.
• Just insert the code and you're good to go.
• She tried to insert herself into the conversation, but no one was listening.

noun a question, especially one addressed to an official or organization

verb to ask a question or inquire about something

• Please submit your query in writing for further clarification.
• If you have any questions, just shoot me a query.
• Hey, hit me up if you've got a query about that.
• Her query into his motives revealed some surprising truths.

noun a person who is connected by blood or marriage; a relative

• The company is looking to establish a strong business relation with their new partners.
• I have a good relation with my neighbor, we often help each other out.
• I'm in a complicated relation with my ex, it's hard to move on.
• The relation between hard work and success is undeniable.

verb to regain or recover something that was lost or misplaced

• The data analyst was able to retrieve the missing files from the server.
• I'll try to retrieve the documents for you by tomorrow.
• I'm gonna try and retrieve my phone from my friend's place later.
• She tried to retrieve her lost confidence after the setback.

noun an outline or diagram representing a system or organization

• The database schema defines the structure of the data stored in a database.
• I need to update the schema for our project's database.
• I'm still trying to figure out how to tweak the schema for the website.
• The schema of our family tree helps us understand our ancestry and connections.

noun a chosen or preferred item or person

verb to carefully choose or pick out from a group

adjective chosen with care or thought

• The committee will carefully select the candidate who best fits the job requirements.
• I'll let you select the movie for tonight's movie night.
• Hey, don't worry about it, just select whichever option you think is best.
• She had to carefully select her words when speaking to the press to avoid any misunderstandings.

noun a person or thing that is single, unique, or the only one of its kind

adjective relating to or being a singleton

• In software engineering, a singleton is a design pattern that restricts the instantiation of a class to one object.
• Hey, did you know that a singleton is like a special class that can only have one instance?
• Bro, that singleton thing in coding is like having a one-of-a-kind class, you feel me?
• Just like a rare gem, a singleton in programming is a unique and valuable entity.

noun A piece of furniture with a flat top and one or more legs, providing a level surface for eating, writing, or working

• The data was presented in a clear and organized manner on the table.
• Let's gather around the table for dinner.
• I'll save you a seat at the table, no worries.
• She was able to secure a seat at the table of influential leaders.

adjective describing a connection or relationship between two or more things

• The relational database model is widely used in modern data management systems.
• Having strong relational skills is important for building good relationships.
• I'm really feeling the relational vibes between them.
• The interconnectedness of nature can be seen as a relational web of life.

noun a mathematical concept used in computer science and data analysis to represent an ordered set of elements or values

• In database management, a tuple refers to a single row of data within a table.
• Hey, can you pass me that tuple of values for the report?
• I'll grab a tuple of snacks for the road trip.
• Each member of the team played a unique role, forming a tuple that led to success.