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ambiguous boundary

[əˈmɪɡ.ju.əs ˈbaʊn.der.i]
noun phrasepl: ambiguous boundaries
fronteira ambígua
1. A border, limit, or dividing line that is unclear, indefinite, or open to multiple interpretations
The ambiguous boundary between professional and personal relationships can create workplace conflicts.
A fronteira ambígua entre relacionamentos profissionais e pessoais pode criar conflitos no local de trabalho.
2. In geography or politics, a border whose exact location or demarcation is uncertain or disputed
The two countries have an ambiguous boundary that has led to territorial disputes.
Os dois países têm uma fronteira ambígua que levou a disputas territoriais.
3. In general contexts, any ill-defined separation between two concepts, areas, or states
There is an ambiguous boundary between genius and madness.
Existe uma fronteira ambígua entre o gênio e a loucura.
Synonyms
unclear boundaryindefinite borderfuzzy linedisputed frontiervague demarcation
Antonyms
clear boundarydefinite bordersharp linewell-defined frontierprecise demarcation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fronteira ambígua
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
limite ambíguo
Alternative form commonly used in São Paulo
Rio de Janeiro
fronteira indefinida
Often used interchangeably
Portugal
fronteira ambígua
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

a gray area
in limbo
on the fence
neither fish nor fowl
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