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Attribute Data Type

Attribute Type, Data Type

n.

Pronunciation

/ˈætrəˌbjut ˈdeɪtə taɪp/

Acronym

Definition

A metadata field that governs what types of values may be captured by the attribute. Within type, values will have similar functions and properties.

For example, a number data type will capture numerical values and will typically also require an appropriate unit of measure in the UoM metadata field. Common attribute data types include: Text, Number, and Boolean.

Category

Schema

Related Terms

Boolean Attribute, Data Entry Type, Free Text, Restricted List of Values

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