defective thread

[/dɪˈfɛktɪv θrɛd/]
nounpl: defective threads
fio defeituoso
1. A thread with imperfections or flaws that prevent it from functioning properly in sewing, weaving, or manufacturing
The quality control inspector rejected the batch due to several defective threads found in the fabric.
O inspetor de controle de qualidade rejeitou o lote devido a vários fios defeituosos encontrados no tecido.
2. In computing, a thread (execution path) that contains errors or bugs causing it to malfunction
The software crashed because a defective thread was attempting to access protected memory.
O software travou porque uma thread defeituosa estava tentando acessar memória protegida.
This term is primarily used in industrial and manufacturing contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In textile industries, quality control and identification of defective threads is crucial for product integrity. In computing, the term gained prominence with multi-threaded programming and is commonly used in software development communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
flawed threadfaulty threadimperfect threaddamaged thread
Antonyms / Antônimos
perfect threadquality threadsound thread

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fio defeituoso
Standard term used in textile and manufacturing industries
São Paulo
fio com defeito
Common alternative phrasing in industrial contexts
Portugal
fio defeituoso
Same as Brazilian Portuguese, standard usage
Computing contexts
thread defeituoso
Used in software development and IT contexts

Related Words

quality controltextile manufacturingthread inspectionfabric defectthread weakness

Related Idioms & Phrases

a thread in the weave
break in the thread
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