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corrective work

[kəˈrɛktɪv wɜrk]
nounpl: corrective works
trabalho corretivo
1. Work or labor performed to fix, repair, or remedy defects, errors, or problems in a product, system, or process
The mechanics performed corrective work on the engine to resolve the overheating issue.
Os mecânicos realizaram trabalho corretivo no motor para resolver o problema de superaquecimento.
2. In academic or professional contexts, revisions or amendments made to correct mistakes or improve quality
The student submitted corrective work after receiving feedback on her essay.
A aluna apresentou trabalho corretivo após receber comentários sobre sua redação.
3. In manufacturing and quality control, work done to bring non-conforming items into compliance with standards
Corrective work was necessary to meet the industry specifications.
O trabalho corretivo foi necessário para atender às especificações da indústria.
Synonyms
remedial workrepair workmaintenance workreworkadjustment work
Antonyms
preventive worknew workconstruction work

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
trabalho corretivo
Standard term used across Brazil in industrial and educational contexts
São Paulo
trabalho de correção
Alternative phrasing common in business and manufacturing sectors
Portugal
trabalho corretivo
Standard Portuguese term, also used in 'ação corretiva' in quality control contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

corrective action
corrective maintenance
non-conformance and corrective work
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