delayed acquisition

[/dɪˈleɪd ˌækwɪˈzɪʃən/]
nounpl: delayed acquisitions
aquisição atrasada
1. The process of obtaining or purchasing something at a later time than originally planned or expected
The delayed acquisition of the property was due to financing complications.
A aquisição atrasada da propriedade foi causada por complicações no financiamento.
2. In developmental psychology and linguistics, the slower-than-normal development or learning of a skill, language, or ability in children
The speech therapist identified delayed acquisition of language skills in the three-year-old.
A fonoaudióloga identificou aquisição atrasada de habilidades de linguagem na criança de três anos.
3. In business and finance, the postponement of obtaining assets, equipment, or inventory beyond the scheduled date
Delayed acquisition of manufacturing equipment pushed back the project timeline.
A aquisição atrasada de equipamento de manufatura adiou o cronograma do projeto.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian business, healthcare, and educational contexts. In healthcare and education, 'aquisição atrasada' is particularly important when discussing child development and early intervention programs. In corporate Brazil, delays in acquisition often have legal and financial implications that are carefully documented.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
late acquisitionpostponed purchasedeferred acquisitionslow learningdevelopmental delay
Antonyms / Antônimos
early acquisitiontimely purchaseprompt acquisitionimmediate acquisitionadvanced development

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
aquisição atrasada
Standard term used in business, healthcare, and developmental contexts
São Paulo
aquisição atrasada / atraso na aquisição
Common in corporate and financial discourse
Rio de Janeiro
aquisição atrasada / compra retardada
Both terms used interchangeably in commercial contexts
Portugal
aquisição atrasada / atraso de aquisição
Used similarly to Brazilian Portuguese, especially in clinical and educational settings

Related Words

acquisitiondevelopmental delaylanguage delayprocurementpurchase ordertimelinepostponement

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind schedule
running late
slow to the table
better late than never
catch-up acquisition
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