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ambiguous limit

[əˈmɪɡ.ju.əs ˈlɪm.ɪt]
nounpl: ambiguous limits
limite ambíguo
1. A mathematical or logical boundary whose definition or interpretation is unclear or admits multiple interpretations
The contract contained an ambiguous limit on financial responsibility.
O contrato continha um limite ambíguo sobre a responsabilidade financeira.
2. In mathematics, a boundary condition that does not have a unique or well-defined solution
The differential equation had an ambiguous limit at infinity.
A equação diferencial tinha um limite ambíguo no infinito.
3. A constraint or threshold whose exact parameters or boundaries are unclear
The regulations set an ambiguous limit on acceptable noise levels.
Os regulamentos estabeleceram um limite ambíguo sobre níveis aceitáveis de ruído.
Synonyms
unclear boundaryvague thresholdindefinite constraintindeterminate limit
Antonyms
precise limitclear boundarydefinite thresholdexact constraint

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limite ambíguo
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
Portugal
limite ambíguo
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

gray area
fuzzy boundary
uncertain terrain
muddied waters
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