buffer distance

[ˈbʌfər ˈdɪstəns]
nounpl: buffer distances
distância de amortecimento
1. A predetermined space or gap maintained between two objects, entities, or boundaries to prevent collision, interference, or negative interaction
The construction company maintained a buffer distance of 50 meters from the residential area.
A construtora manteve uma distância de amortecimento de 50 metros da área residencial.
2. In urban planning and environmental management, a protective zone established around sensitive areas or infrastructure
Environmental regulations require a buffer distance around protected wetlands.
As regulamentações ambientais exigem uma distância de amortecimento ao redor dos pântanos protegidos.
3. In computing and data management, a space allocation to prevent data overflow or system conflicts
The software allocates a buffer distance in memory to prevent crashes.
O software aloca uma distância de amortecimento na memória para evitar travamentos.
Buffer distance is a critical concept in Brazilian urban planning and environmental protection laws. It reflects the country's growing emphasis on environmental conservation and public safety standards. The term is frequently used in legal documents, construction permits, and environmental impact assessments (EIAs) throughout Brazil.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
buffer zonesafety distanceclearanceseparation distanceprotective margin
Antonyms / Antônimos
direct contactcollisionproximity

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
distância de amortecimento
Most common and formal usage in technical and legal contexts
General Brazilian
zona de segurança
Alternative term used in urban planning and safety contexts
São Paulo
distância de proteção
Preferred in some industrial and environmental contexts
Portugal
distância de proteção
More commonly used in Portuguese legislation and environmental regulations

Related Words

buffer zonesetback distancesafety marginclearance requirementseparation requirement

Related Idioms & Phrases

maintain a buffer distance
keep a safe buffer distance
establish a buffer distance
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