bounded length

[BAW-ndid LENGTH]
noun phrasepl: bounded lengths
comprimento limitado
1. A length or distance that has a finite upper and lower limit; a measurable extent that does not exceed predetermined boundaries
The string has a bounded length of between 1 and 100 characters.
A cadeia tem um comprimento limitado entre 1 e 100 caracteres.
2. In mathematics and computer science, a quantity whose size is constrained within a specific range
Bounded length sequences are essential in algorithm design to prevent infinite loops.
Sequências de comprimento limitado são essenciais no design de algoritmos para evitar loops infinitos.
3. A specification or constraint that ensures data structures or physical objects remain within acceptable size parameters
The database enforces bounded length on all text fields for efficiency.
O banco de dados impõe comprimento limitado em todos os campos de texto para eficiência.
This is primarily technical terminology used in software engineering, mathematics, and computer science fields. It reflects the importance of constraints and efficiency in modern programming practices, particularly relevant in data validation, memory management, and algorithm optimization. The concept is used universally across Brazilian and American technical communities without significant cultural variation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
finite lengthlimited lengthconstrained lengthrestricted length
Antonyms / Antônimos
unbounded lengthinfinite lengthunlimited length

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
comprimento limitado
Standard usage in technical and mathematical contexts
Portugal
comprimento limitado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; European Portuguese uses identical terminology
Technical English (USA)
comprimento delimitado
Alternative translation emphasizing the delimiting aspect

Related Words

bounded setconstraintfinite sequenceupper boundlower boundparameter limit

Related Idioms & Phrases

within bounds
keep something in check
set limits on
defined parameters
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