arcane techniques
[ahr-KAYN tek-NEEKS]
noun phrasepl: arcane techniques
técnicas arcanas
1. mysterious, obscure, or secretive methods or procedures that are known or understood by few people
The magician guarded his arcane techniques jealously, revealing them to no one.
O mágico guardava suas técnicas arcanas com ciúme, não revelando-as a ninguém.
2. complex or specialized procedures requiring specialized knowledge or skill
The software engineer explained the arcane techniques used in the legacy code.
O engenheiro de software explicou as técnicas arcanas utilizadas no código legado.
3. traditional or ancient methods, often mysterious or little-known
Medieval alchemists developed arcane techniques for transmuting metals.
Os alquimistas medievais desenvolveram técnicas arcanas para transmutar metais.
The phrase 'arcane techniques' is commonly used in both American and Brazilian contexts to describe specialized knowledge kept within professional or academic circles. In Brazil, it frequently appears in discussions about traditional crafts, magic, software programming, and historical practices. The term carries a sense of exclusivity and expertise.
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