deviant measurement

[ˈdiːviənt ˈmeʒərmənt]
nounpl: deviant measurements
medição desviante
1. A measurement that significantly deviates from an expected norm, standard, or average value
The deviant measurement in the quality control report indicated a manufacturing defect.
A medição desviante no relatório de controle de qualidade indicou um defeito de fabricação.
2. In statistics, an observation or data point that differs substantially from the established mean or typical pattern
The researcher identified a deviant measurement that skewed the results of the experiment.
O pesquisador identificou uma medição desviante que distorceu os resultados do experimento.
3. A measurement that falls outside acceptable tolerances or specifications in engineering or manufacturing
Any deviant measurement must be investigated before the product can be approved.
Qualquer medição desviante deve ser investigada antes de o produto ser aprovado.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, and manufacturing contexts in both Brazil and the United States. In Brazilian industries, particularly in automotive and pharmaceutical manufacturing, the identification and investigation of deviant measurements are critical compliance procedures. The term reflects a shared global emphasis on quality control and statistical process management across international business standards.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
anomalous measurementoutlieraberrant readingirregular measurementdeviation
Antonyms / Antônimos
standard measurementnormal readingconforming measurementwithin-tolerance measurement

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
medição desviante
Standard term used in technical and scientific contexts across Brazil
São Paulo
medição anômala
Alternative term commonly used in industrial and manufacturing sectors
Portugal
medição desviante
Formal technical term used in Portuguese engineering and quality standards

Related Words

standard deviationvariancetolerancespecificationoutlier detectionquality control

Related Idioms & Phrases

off the charts
out of spec
beyond the pale
outside the envelope
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