definitive demarcation

[dɪˈfɪnɪtɪv ˌdemɑrˈkeɪʃən]
noun phrasefemininepl: definitive demarcations / demarcações definitivas
demarcação definitiva
1. A final, conclusive, and binding establishment of boundaries, limits, or distinctions that cannot be disputed or altered
The treaty established a definitive demarcation between the two nations' territories.
O tratado estabeleceu uma demarcação definitiva entre os territórios das duas nações.
2. A clear and permanent marking or delineation of territorial, legal, or administrative boundaries
The surveyor completed the definitive demarcation of the property line.
O agrimensor completou a demarcação definitiva da linha de propriedade.
3. A final distinction or separation between different categories, concepts, or groups
The study provided a definitive demarcation between the two psychological disorders.
O estudo forneceu uma demarcação definitiva entre os dois transtornos psicológicos.
This term is particularly significant in Brazil due to ongoing discussions about indigenous land demarcation (demarcação de terras indígenas) and border disputes. It carries legal weight in property disputes and territorial negotiations, and is commonly used in official documents, surveys, and diplomatic discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
final boundaryconclusive delimitationpermanent boundarydefinitive boundaryfixed demarcationclear distinction
Antonyms / Antônimos
ambiguous boundarytemporary demarcationundefined bordervague delimitationprovisional boundary

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
demarcação definitiva
Most commonly used term in legal and administrative contexts
São Paulo
demarcação definitiva / delimitação definitiva
Used frequently in property law and urban planning discussions
Rio de Janeiro
demarcação definitiva
Standard usage in territorial and diplomatic contexts
Portugal
demarcação definitiva / delimitação definitiva
Similar usage but may appear more frequently in historical/diplomatic texts

Related Words

demarcation lineboundarydelimitationdelineationfrontierborderterritoryjurisdiction

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw a line in the sand
mark the boundary
set in stone
establish the limits
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