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chief method

[tʃiːf ˈmeθəd]
nounpl: chief methods
método principal
1. The primary or most important technique, procedure, or way of doing something
The chief method for solving this problem is through systematic analysis.
O método principal para resolver este problema é através da análise sistemática.
2. The predominant approach or strategy used in a particular field or context
Our company's chief method of communication is email.
O método principal de comunicação da nossa empresa é o e-mail.
Synonyms
primary methodmain methodprincipal methodprimary approachmain approach
Antonyms
secondary methodminor methodauxiliary methodalternative method

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método principal
Most common usage across Brazil
São Paulo
método principal
Standard usage in business and academic contexts
Portugal
método principal
Formal and technical usage prevalent

Related Idioms & Phrases

the method to one's madness
tried and tested method
best practice
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