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defined form

[/dɪˈfaɪnd fɔːrm/]
nounpl: defined forms
forma definida
1. A structure, shape, or configuration that has clear, specific, and established boundaries or characteristics
The artist created a sculpture with a defined form rather than an abstract one.
O artista criou uma escultura com uma forma definida em vez de uma abstrata.
2. In linguistics and grammar, a word or expression that has a fixed structure and meaning
The phrase 'thank you' is a defined form of polite expression.
A expressão 'obrigado' é uma forma definida de expressão educada.
3. In mathematics and logic, an expression or formula with precisely specified components and rules
The equation follows a defined form with specific variables and constants.
A equação segue uma forma definida com variáveis e constantes específicas.
Synonyms
definite formfixed formstructured formestablished form
Antonyms
undefined formamorphous formabstract formvague form

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma definida
Most common usage across Brazil
Portugal
forma definida
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

take form
take shape
in its final form
a form of
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