anomalous form
[/əˈnɒm.ə.ləs fɔːrm/]
nounpl: anomalous forms
forma anômala
1. A linguistic or grammatical structure that deviates from regular patterns or established rules
The verb 'go' is an anomalous form because its past tense is 'went', not 'goed'.
O verbo 'ir' é uma forma anômala porque seu passado é 'fui', não 'ia'.
2. In biology or medicine, a variant or deviation from the normal or typical morphology
The anomalous form of the cell membrane suggested a genetic mutation.
A forma anômala da membrana celular sugeriu uma mutação genética.
3. Any irregular or exceptional instance that does not conform to standard patterns
This anomalous form in the data requires further investigation.
Esta forma anômala nos dados requer investigação adicional.
In Brazil, the term 'forma anômala' is primarily used in academic, linguistic, and scientific contexts. Portuguese speakers are familiar with anomalous verb forms such as 'ser' (to be), 'ter' (to have), and 'ir' (to go), which are taught as exceptions in grammar classes. This terminology is more formal and technical than colloquial.
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