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modifier

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modifier [′mäd·ə‚fī·ər]
(computer science)
A quantity used to alter the address of an operand in a computer, such as the cycle index. Also known as index word.
(materials)
In flotation, any of the chemicals which increase the specific attraction between collector agents and particle surfaces or which increase the wettability of those surfaces.

(programming)modifier - An operation that alters the state of an object. Modifiers often have names that begin with "set" and corresponding selector functions whose names begin with "get".


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Durastrength 200 weatherable acrylic impact modifier for rigid PVC siding, profiles, and injection molding.
Using the company's engineered performance modifier, injection molders are said to add impact resistance and flexibility to their products, while also speeding up the molding cycle by shortening cooling times.
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