key term - Shape

Definition

Shape is a superclass in this context that serves as a blueprint for creating various types of shapes. It contains common attributes and methods related to shapes.

Related terms

Circle:

Circle is a subclass that extends the Shape superclass, inheriting its attributes and methods while adding specific properties related to circles.

Rectangle:

Rectangle is another subclass that can extend the Shape superclass, inheriting its characteristics and defining additional features specific to rectangles.

Polymorphism:

Polymorphism allows objects of different classes that share a common superclass to be treated as instances of the superclass, enabling flexibility in programming.