blocked operation
[/blɒkt ɒpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: blocked operations
operação bloqueada
1. A computing or system operation that is prevented from proceeding or completing, either by a system lock, permission restriction, or external obstruction
The database query resulted in a blocked operation when the file was locked by another process.
A consulta ao banco de dados resultou em uma operação bloqueada quando o arquivo foi travado por outro processo.
2. In networking, a communication attempt that is intercepted or prevented by a firewall, security protocol, or administrative policy
The blocked operation prevented unauthorized access to the server.
A operação bloqueada impediu o acesso não autorizado ao servidor.
3. A financial or legal transaction that has been suspended or prohibited
The bank reported a blocked operation on the customer's account due to suspicious activity.
O banco informou uma operação bloqueada na conta do cliente devido a atividade suspeita.
The term 'blocked operation' is commonly used in Brazilian banking and IT sectors, particularly following increased focus on fraud prevention and cybersecurity. It's also prevalent in tech startups in São Paulo. In the USA, the term is standard in computing and financial contexts, especially post-2008 financial crisis regulations.
Related Idioms & Phrases
hit a wall (metaphorical blocked operation)
dead in the water (operation that is completely blocked)
lock and key (security-related blocked operations)
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