defective setup

[/dɪˈfɛktɪv ˈsɛtʌp/]
nounpl: defective setups
configuração defeituosa
1. An initial arrangement, configuration, or installation of equipment, software, or a system that contains flaws, errors, or malfunctions
The defective setup caused the entire network to fail on the first day.
A configuração defeituosa causou a falha de toda a rede no primeiro dia.
2. An improperly arranged or installed system that does not function as intended
The technician identified a defective setup in the server room.
O técnico identificou uma configuração defeituosa na sala de servidores.
3. A faulty initial arrangement of machinery, tools, or workspace
A defective setup in the factory led to production delays.
Uma configuração defeituosa na fábrica levou a atrasos na produção.
In Brazil, especially in tech and manufacturing sectors, the English term 'setup' is frequently used alongside Portuguese terms. In the USA, 'defective setup' is common in technical documentation, IT support, and manufacturing contexts. The phrase reflects growing tech industry influence in both countries.
NYC Slang
broken setup / jacked-up setup
Synonyms / Sinônimos
faulty setupflawed configurationbroken setupmalfunctioning setupimproper installation
Antonyms / Antônimos
correct setupproper configurationfunctional setupworking setupcorrect installation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
configuração defeituosa
Most common translation in Brazil
São Paulo
setup com defeito
Often keeps the English word 'setup' in technical contexts
Portugal
configuração com defeito
Portuguese prefers more formal phrasing
Rio de Janeiro
setup defeituoso
Mixed English-Portuguese usage in tech community

Related Words

malfunctionconfiguration errorsystem failureinstallation problemtroubleshootingdebugging

Related Idioms & Phrases

something is not right from the get-go
it's all downhill from there
bad from the start
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