In a general programming context, a collection or group of similar objects is called an array.

Explanation:

• An array is a data structure that holds a fixed number of elements, all of the same type.
• Arrays are used to store multiple values in a single variable, instead of declaring separate variables for each value.

Key Characteristics of an Array:

1. Same Data Type: All elements in an array must be of the same type (e.g., integers, floats, or strings).
2. Fixed Size: The size of the array is defined at the time of declaration and cannot be changed dynamically (in static arrays).
3. Indexed Access: Elements can be accessed using their index, starting from 0.