Get the filter definition containing additional information about the filter (such as default-condition and expected parameter names/types).returnThe filter definition
Get the name of this filter.returnThis filter's name.
Set the named parameter's value for this filter.paramname The parameter's name.paramvalue The value to be applied.returnThis FilterImpl instance (for method chaining).
Set the named parameter's value list for this filter. Used in conjunction with IN-style filter criteria.paramname The parameter's name.paramvalues The values to be expanded into an SQL IN list.returnThis FilterImpl instance (for method chaining).
Perform validation of the filter state. This is used to verify the state of the filter after its enablement and before its use.throwsHibernateException If the state is not currently valid.