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determined form

[dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd fɔːrm]
nounpl: determined forms
forma determinada
1. A specific, fixed, or established shape, structure, or configuration of something
The crystal has a determined form that is characteristic of its mineral composition.
O cristal tem uma forma determinada que é característica de sua composição mineral.
2. In grammar, a noun phrase with a definite article or demonstrative that specifies a particular referent
In Portuguese, 'o livro' is a determined form, whereas 'um livro' is indeterminate.
Em português, 'o livro' é uma forma determinada, enquanto 'um livro' é indeterminada.
3. A resolved or settled structure or pattern in art, music, or design
The composer worked to create a determined form for the symphony's structure.
O compositor trabalhou para criar uma forma determinada para a estrutura da sinfonia.
Synonyms
definite formfixed formdetermined shapespecific formestablished form
Antonyms
indeterminate formundefined formamorphous formvague formindefinite form

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma determinada
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
forma determinada
Standard usage in formal and technical contexts
Portugal
forma determinada
Common in academic and linguistic discourse

Related Idioms & Phrases

take determined form
in determined form
assume a determined form
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