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define procedures

[dɪˈfaɪn prəˈsɛdʒərz]
verb phrase
definir procedimentos
1. To establish or set out clear steps, rules, or methods for carrying out a specific process or task
The manager will define procedures for the new project to ensure consistency.
O gerente irá definir procedimentos para o novo projeto para garantir consistência.
2. To specify the exact process or protocol that must be followed in a particular situation
We need to define procedures for handling customer complaints.
Precisamos definir procedimentos para lidar com reclamações de clientes.
Synonyms
establish proceduresset out proceduresoutline proceduresspecify proceduresdetermine procedures
Antonyms
disregard proceduresignore proceduresabandon procedures

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
definir procedimentos
Standard usage in business and administrative contexts
Portugal
definir procedimentos
Identical usage; common in formal and institutional settings
General
estabelecer procedimentos
Alternative and equally common phrasing

Related Idioms & Phrases

set the record straight
get the ball rolling
lay down the law
go by the book
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