coined term
[/kɔɪnd tɜːrm/]
nounpl: coined terms
termo cunhado
1. A newly created word or phrase, or an existing word used in a new way, typically invented by a person or organization for a specific purpose
The term 'selfie' is a coined term that became widely used after social media platforms gained popularity.
O termo 'selfie' é um termo cunhado que se tornou amplamente utilizado após a popularização das redes sociais.
2. A word or expression that has been deliberately created or introduced into use, often to describe a new concept, product, or phenomenon
'Cryptocurrency' is a coined term that describes digital money using cryptography.
'Criptomoeda' é um termo cunhado que descreve dinheiro digital usando criptografia.
Coined terms are particularly prevalent in technology, social media, and business environments. In Brazil, neologisms are often adopted from English, especially in tech and digital contexts, while Portuguese maintains stricter linguistic traditions. The term reflects how languages evolve to accommodate new technologies and cultural phenomena.
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