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defined boundary

[dɪˈfaɪnd ˈbaʊndəri]
nounpl: defined boundaries
limite definido
1. A clearly established or marked line, border, or limit that separates two areas, jurisdictions, or concepts
The defined boundary between the two countries runs along the river.
O limite definido entre os dois países segue ao longo do rio.
2. A precise demarcation or specification of the extent or scope of something
The project has a defined boundary of six months for completion.
O projeto tem um limite definido de seis meses para conclusão.
Synonyms
clear boundaryfixed boundaryestablished limitdemarcation linefrontier
Antonyms
undefined boundaryvague boundaryblurred lineambiguous limit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limite definido
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
fronteira delimitada
Alternative usage, particularly in legal/technical contexts
Portugal
fronteira bem definida
European Portuguese preference for 'bem definida'

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw the line
set boundaries
cross the line
know one's place
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