Re: Re^2: Timing of Array-Size Determination Methods (scalar() != function)

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All functions in perlfunc are in fact operators, I think. I believe the term "unary operator" is also used for ($)-prototyped functions, like how "list operator" is for (@)-prototyped (or prototypeless) functions.

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Re^4: Timing of Array-Size Determination Methods (UNOPs) by Aristotle (Chancellor) on Jun 03, 2003 at 11:11 UTC
Some further optree inspection suggests you are right; point taken. The point that, for those who care, `scalar @_` compiles to 3 fewer ops than `$#_ + 1` still stands though. Makeshifts last the longest.	[reply]

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