Pre-existing

Definition

Refers to something that already exists before the current situation or context. In this case, pre-existing refers to a 2D array that has already been created and contains some values.

Related terms

Existing Data Structure: A data structure that has already been created and holds some information.

Accessing: Retrieving or manipulating the stored information within a data structure.

Modifying: Changing or updating the values stored in a pre-existing data structure.