New String

Definition

The "new" keyword is used to create an instance (or object) of a class. In this case, it creates a new instance of the String class.

Related terms

Object:

An instance or occurrence created from a class that has its own set of attributes and behaviors.

Constructor:

A special method used to initialize objects when they are created using the "new" keyword.

Reference Variable:

Stores memory addresses where objects are stored rather than directly containing their values.