Extends SuperClassName

Definition

The "extends" keyword is used in object-oriented programming to establish an inheritance relationship between classes. It allows a subclass to inherit properties and behaviors from a superclass.

Related terms

Subclass:

A subclass is a class that inherits properties and behaviors from another class called its superclass. The "extends" keyword establishes this relationship between classes.

Superclass:

A superclass is a class that serves as the base or parent class for other classes. It provides common attributes and behaviors that can be inherited by its subclasses.

Inheritance Hierarchy:

Inheritance hierarchy refers to the hierarchical structure formed by classes through inheritance relationships. The "extends" keyword helps define this hierarchy by establishing relationships between superclasses and subclasses.