The parameter defined within the definition of a method (as opposed to the value passed to a method when it is called). Compare with actual parameter.
A parameter declared in a routine heading. It specifies what can be passed to a routine as an actual parameter. See also conformant string and dummy argument. For Ada programming, see also parameter. Contrast with actual parameter.
A variable declared in the header of a method whose initial value is obtained during method invocation (using the actual parameter). Contrast with actual parameter. Note that formal parameters are sometimes called formal arguments or just formals.
A parameter which is defined in a procedure, function, or subprogram header.
A parameter declared in a routine heading. It specifies what can be passed to a routine as an actual parameter. Contrast with actual parameter. For Ada programming, see also parameter.