define data

[dɪˈfaɪn ˈdeɪtə]
verb phrase
definir dados
1. To establish or specify the structure, format, and characteristics of data in a computing or database context
You need to define data types before creating the database schema.
Você precisa definir tipos de dados antes de criar o esquema do banco de dados.
2. To clarify or explain what information will be collected, stored, or processed in a system
The team met to define data requirements for the new application.
A equipe se reuniu para definir os requisitos de dados para a nova aplicação.
3. To set parameters and constraints for how data will be organized and validated
We need to define data validation rules to ensure information accuracy.
Precisamos definir regras de validação de dados para garantir a precisão das informações.
This is technical jargon primarily used in software development, database management, and IT sectors in both Brazil and the United States. It reflects the globalized nature of the tech industry where similar terminology is used across countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
specify dataestablish data structureset data parametersdetermine data format
Antonyms / Antônimos
obscure dataleave data undefined

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
definir dados
Standard term used in tech and database contexts
São Paulo
definir dados
Common in tech industry hubs; sometimes 'especificar dados'
Portugal
definir dados
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
USA/Technical English
define data
Standard term in software development and database administration

Related Words

database schemadata typedata structuredata validationdata modeling

Related Idioms & Phrases

define the data landscape
define data governance
define data architecture
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