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closed set

[/kloʊzd sɛt/]
nounpl: closed sets
conjunto fechado
1. In mathematics and topology, a set that contains all its limit points; the complement of an open set in a topological space
In real analysis, the interval [0,1] is a closed set because it includes its boundary points.
Em análise real, o intervalo [0,1] é um conjunto fechado porque inclui seus pontos de fronteira.
2. In general usage, a group or category that does not allow new members or additions
The membership to this club is a closed set; no new applicants are being accepted.
A associação a este clube é um conjunto fechado; não estão sendo aceitos novos candidatos.
Synonyms
closed subsetclosure
Antonyms
open setopen subset

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
conjunto fechado
standard mathematical terminology
Portugal
conjunto fechado
standard mathematical terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

closed circuit
closed shop
closed system
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