Python lambda Keyword

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Example

Create a function that adds 10 to any number you send:

x = lambda a : a + 10

print(x(5))
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Definition and Usage

The lambda keyword is used to create small anonymous functions.

A lambda function can take any number of arguments, but can only have one expression.

The expression is evaluated and the result is returned.


More Examples

Example

A lambda function with three arguments:

x = lambda a, b, c : a + b + c

print(x(5, 6, 2))
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Related Pages

Read more about lambda functions in our Python Lambda Tutorial.


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