1. The total area that accumulates or increases progressively over time or through repeated measurements
The cumulative area under the curve represents the total distance traveled.
A área cumulativa sob a curva representa a distância total percorrida.
2. In mathematics and statistics, the integral or sum of areas calculated incrementally
The cumulative area was calculated by adding successive rectangular sections.
A área cumulativa foi calculada adicionando seções retangulares sucessivas.
3. In environmental or land use studies, the combined area of development or impact across multiple sites
The cumulative area of deforestation increased significantly over the decade.
A área cumulativa de desmatamento aumentou significativamente ao longo da década.