collection points
[kəˈlɛkʃən pɔɪnts]
nounpl: collection points
pontos de coleta
1. designated locations where items are gathered, accumulated, or picked up for distribution, recycling, or further processing
The city established several collection points for recyclable materials throughout the neighborhood.
A cidade estabeleceu vários pontos de coleta para materiais recicláveis em todo o bairro.
2. specific locations where packages or parcels can be dropped off or retrieved
You can pick up your package at one of the convenient collection points near your home.
Você pode retirar seu pacote em um dos pontos de coleta convenientes perto de sua casa.
3. places designated for gathering donations, contributions, or charitable items
The charity set up collection points at local supermarkets for food donations.
A instituição de caridade estabeleceu pontos de coleta em supermercados locais para doações de alimentos.
In Brazil, 'pontos de coleta' have become increasingly important for environmental sustainability and logistics efficiency. Major cities have expanded networks of collection points for recycling programs, e-commerce returns, and charitable donations. This reflects growing environmental consciousness and the booming e-commerce sector in the country. In the USA, collection points are integral to supply chain infrastructure and community services.
Related Idioms & Phrases
set up collection points
establish collection points
locate nearest collection point
operate as a collection point
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