dimensional limitation

[dɪˌmenʃənəl ˌlɪmɪˈteɪʃən]
nounpl: dimensional limitations
limitação dimensional
1. A constraint or restriction imposed by the physical dimensions or measurements of an object, space, or system
The dimensional limitation of the elevator restricted us from moving the large sofa to the upper floor.
A limitação dimensional do elevador nos impediu de mover o sofá grande para o andar superior.
2. In physics or mathematics, a restriction based on the number of spatial dimensions in which something can exist or operate
The theoretical model had a dimensional limitation that prevented it from accurately describing four-dimensional space.
O modelo teórico tinha uma limitação dimensional que o impedia de descrever com precisão o espaço quadridimensional.
3. In design or engineering, a size or measurement constraint that affects feasibility or functionality
The dimensional limitation of the manufacturing equipment meant we could only produce components up to 50 centimeters in length.
A limitação dimensional do equipamento de fabricação significava que só poderíamos produzir componentes de até 50 centímetros de comprimento.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, and industrial contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking countries, it appears frequently in engineering documents, architectural plans, and academic papers. The concept is particularly relevant in manufacturing, logistics, and physics discussions where spatial or measurement constraints are critical to decision-making.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
size restrictionspatial constraintmeasurement limitationdimensional constraintsize limitation
Antonyms / Antônimos
dimensional freedomunlimited spacespatial flexibility

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limitação dimensional
Standard usage in technical and academic contexts
São Paulo
limitação dimensional
Commonly used in engineering and industrial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
limitação dimensional or restrição de tamanho
Both terms are accepted; restrição de tamanho is more colloquial
Portugal
limitação dimensional
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in technical documents and academia

Related Words

constraintrestrictiondimensionmeasurementcapacityboundary

Related Idioms & Phrases

within the bounds of
constrained by size
fitting the bill
working within limits
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