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Formal language
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TL;DR. A precisely defined set of strings, built from an alphabet and adhering to specific formation rules.
Technical Definition
A precisely defined set of strings, built from an alphabet and adhering to specific formation rules.
How it works
A formal language consists of words formed from a specific alphabet and structured according to a strict set of rules. These languages are fundamental for representing knowledge, defining programming languages, and understanding logical structures in AI.
Related Concepts
- Automata theory — The study of abstract machines and their computational capabilities.