sentido amplo
1. A wide or general interpretation of a word, concept, or idea; not limited to a narrow or strict definition
In the broad sense, 'family' includes not only blood relatives but also close friends.
No sentido amplo, 'família' inclui não apenas parentes de sangue, mas também amigos próximos.
2. The inclusive or expansive meaning of a term, as opposed to its strict or technical meaning
The term 'literature' in the broad sense encompasses all written works, including journalism and advertising.
O termo 'literatura' no sentido amplo engloba todas as obras escritas, incluindo jornalismo e publicidade.
This phrase is commonly used in academic discourse, legal contexts, and literary analysis in both English and Portuguese-speaking countries. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'sentido amplo' is the standard formal equivalent, while 'sentido lato' is more common in European Portuguese and legal terminology.
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