deconstruction
[/ˌdiːkənˈstrʌkʃən/]
nounfemininepl: desconstruções
desconstrução
1. A philosophical approach to understanding text and meaning by breaking down or analyzing its underlying assumptions and contradictions
The literary critic used deconstruction to analyze the novel's hidden meanings.
A crítica literária usou desconstrução para analisar os significados ocultos do romance.
2. The process of taking something apart or dismantling its structure, either literally or metaphorically
The deconstruction of the old building took three months.
A desconstrução do edifício antigo levou três meses.
3. In fashion and design, the deliberate disassembly or reinterpretation of traditional forms and structures
The designer's deconstruction of classic tailoring created a unique aesthetic.
A desconstrução do design clássico pelo designer criou uma estética única.
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