attached structure
[/əˈtætʃt ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: attached structures
estrutura anexada
1. A building, component, or part that is physically connected to and dependent on another main structure, sharing walls or foundations
The garage is an attached structure to the main house.
A garagem é uma estrutura anexada à casa principal.
2. In architecture and construction, a secondary building or extension that is joined to a primary building
The porch serves as an attached structure that extends the living space.
A varanda funciona como uma estrutura anexada que estende o espaço de estar.
3. In engineering and mechanics, a component or assembly that is affixed to a larger object or framework
The pump is an attached structure that connects to the main pipeline.
A bomba é uma estrutura anexada que se conecta ao tubo principal.
In Brazilian real estate and construction contexts, understanding whether a structure is 'anexada' (attached) versus 'independente' (detached) is crucial for property valuation, inheritance rights, and zoning regulations. This distinction carries legal implications in both Brazilian and American property law.
Related Idioms & Phrases
attached at the hip - closely connected or dependent
structural dependency - when one part relies on another for support
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