Day-Stout-Warren algorithm

proper noun

An algorithm for efficiently balancing a binary search tree.

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Meanings

proper nounthe Day-Stout-Warren algorithm
  1. computerAn algorithm for efficiently balancing a binary search tree.

Origin

Designed by Quentin F. Stout and Bette Warren in a 1986 paper, based on work done by Colin Day in 1976.

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