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In [[class-based programming|class-based]] [[object-oriented programming]], a '''constructor''' (abbreviation: '''ctor''') in a [[Class (computer programming)|class]] is a special type of [[subroutine]] called to [[object creation|create an object]]. It prepares the new object for use, often accepting [[argument]]s that the constructor uses to set required [[member variable]]s.