ad hoc sections
[/æd ˈhɒk ˈsɛkʃənz/]
nounpl: ad hoc sections
seções ad hoc
1. Specialized divisions or parts created for a specific purpose or temporary need, without being part of a permanent structure
The conference organizers created ad hoc sections to handle the overflow of presentations.
Os organizadores da conferência criaram seções ad hoc para lidar com o excesso de apresentações.
2. Temporary subsections established in documents, organizations, or systems to address particular situations
The committee formed ad hoc sections to investigate the specific complaints.
O comitê formou seções ad hoc para investigar as reclamações específicas.
3. Improvised or purpose-built divisions created as needed rather than planned in advance
Due to the emergency, the hospital established ad hoc sections in the parking garage.
Devido à emergência, o hospital estabeleceu seções ad hoc no estacionamento.
The term 'ad hoc' is widely used in both American and Brazilian professional environments, particularly in government, academia, and business. In Brazil, organizations frequently establish 'seções ad hoc' to address specific challenges, especially in research institutions and government agencies. The phrase maintains its Latin origin and formal tone across both English and Portuguese-speaking contexts.
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