batching

[/ˈbætʃɪŋ/]
noun; verb (gerund/present participle)
loteamento; processamento em lote; mistura (em concreto)
1. The process of grouping items, tasks, or data into batches for processing together
Batching invoices saves time in accounting workflows.
O loteamento de faturas economiza tempo nos fluxos de trabalho contábeis.
2. In construction, the process of measuring and mixing concrete or mortar ingredients in specific quantities
Proper batching of concrete ensures consistent quality in construction.
A mistura adequada de concreto garante qualidade consistente na construção.
3. In software and computing, processing multiple jobs or data sets together rather than individually
Batching API requests reduces server load.
O loteamento de solicitações de API reduz a carga do servidor.
4. In manufacturing, organizing production in groups or lots
Batching production runs improves efficiency.
O loteamento de runs de produção melhora a eficiência.
In Brazilian business and IT environments, 'batching' is increasingly used in its English form, particularly in tech companies and startups. In traditional manufacturing and construction sectors, Portuguese terms like 'loteamento' and 'mistura' are preferred. The word reflects the growing influence of English in Brazilian technical vocabulary.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
groupingbundlingconsolidationbatch processinglotting
Antonyms / Antônimos
individual processingone-by-one processingcontinuous flowunit processing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
loteamento; processamento em lote
Most common technical term in business and IT contexts
São Paulo
loteamento; batch
Often uses English term 'batch' in technical discussions
Construction Industry (Brazil)
mistura; dosagem
Specific to concrete/mortar preparation
Portugal
agrupamento; processamento em lote; loteamento
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese; 'loteamento' also means 'subdivision of land'

Related Words

batchbatch processingbulkconsolidateaggregatequeueworkflow

Related Idioms & Phrases

batch processing
in batches
batch operation
batch and match
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