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Mutator method

In computer science, a mutator method is a method used to control changes to a variable. They are also widely known as setter methods. Often a setter is accompanied by a getter, which returns the value of the private member variable. They are also known collectively as accessors.

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Mutator method → Defining, In Ruby
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Mutator method → method used to control changes to a variable

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Mutator methodis amethod used to control changes to a variable0.90text
triggering an eventinstance ofa fully implemented mutator method can also validate the input data or take further action0.80text
Mutator methodrelated to RubyIn Ruby0.60section
Mutator methodrelated to RubyDefining0.60section

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