concealed head
[kənˈsiːld hɛd]
nounpl: concealed heads
cabeça ocultada
1. A fastener or bolt with the head hidden or flush with the surface, designed to be invisible or recessed
The furniture used concealed heads for a sleek, modern appearance.
O móvel usou parafusos com cabeça ocultada para uma aparência moderna e elegante.
2. In anatomical or artistic contexts, a head that is hidden from view, obscured, or not fully visible
The sculpture featured a concealed head beneath draped fabric.
A escultura apresentava uma cabeça ocultada sob tecido drapeado.
3. In construction or engineering, a structural element with the head portion recessed or embedded within another material
Concealed heads reduce visual clutter in the design.
As cabeças ocultadas reduzem a poluição visual no design.
This term is primarily used in technical, construction, and design contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, it reflects modern design preferences for minimalist aesthetics. The concept emphasizes functionality meeting contemporary design standards where visible fasteners are considered outdated or unprofessional.
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