circularity issue
[sər-ˈkyə-lə-rə-tē ˈi-ˌsü]
nounpl: circularity issues
problema de circularidade
1. A logical or structural problem where a definition, argument, or process depends on itself, creating a self-referential loop that prevents resolution or clear understanding
The argument contains a circularity issue because the proof assumes what it is trying to prove.
O argumento contém um problema de circularidade porque a prova assume aquilo que está tentando provar.
2. In programming and software development, a situation where two or more modules or functions depend on each other in a way that creates an unresolvable dependency
The circularity issue in the code prevented the application from compiling correctly.
O problema de circularidade no código impediu que a aplicação compilasse corretamente.
3. In economics or supply chain, a situation where resources or dependencies form a closed loop preventing progress or efficiency
The supply chain has a circularity issue that increases production costs.
A cadeia de suprimentos tem um problema de circularidade que aumenta os custos de produção.
The term 'circularity issue' is primarily used in technical, academic, and business contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazil, it is particularly common in software development communities and academic philosophy discussions. The concept reflects a universal logical problem recognized across cultures but named using English terminology in technical fields even among Portuguese speakers.
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