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defined limits

[dɪˈfaɪnd ˈlɪmɪts]
noun phrase
limites definidos
1. Boundaries or restrictions that have been clearly established or specified
The project must be completed within defined limits of budget and time.
O projeto deve ser concluído dentro dos limites definidos de orçamento e tempo.
2. Predetermined parameters or constraints that are explicitly stated
Athletes must compete within defined limits set by the governing body.
Os atletas devem competir dentro dos limites definidos estabelecidos pelo órgão regulador.
Synonyms
set boundariesestablished parametersspecified constraintsfixed boundariespredetermined limits
Antonyms
undefined limitsboundlessunrestrictedunlimitedopen-ended

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limites definidos
Standard usage in business and technical contexts
São Paulo
limites bem definidos
Common in corporate and legal documentation
Portugal
limites definidos
Standard usage, equivalent to Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

within defined limits
exceed defined limits
stay within bounds
set clear boundaries
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