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direct vision

[dəˈrɛkt ˈvɪʒən]
noun
visão direta
1. The ability to see something without the use of mirrors, lenses, or other optical instruments; unobstructed sight
The surgeon had direct vision of the surgical field during the procedure.
O cirurgião tinha visão direta do campo cirúrgico durante o procedimento.
2. In medical contexts, observation of an anatomical structure with the naked eye or through an endoscope without intervening obstacles
Direct vision laryngoscopy allows the doctor to see the vocal cords clearly.
A laringoscopia de visão direta permite ao médico visualizar claramente as cordas vocais.
3. Viewing or observing something in a straightforward manner without intermediaries
The witness had direct vision of the accident from her window.
A testemunha tinha visão direta do acidente pela sua janela.
Synonyms
unobstructed viewnaked eye observationdirect sight
Antonyms
indirect visionperipheral visionobscured view

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
visão direta
Standard term used in medical and general contexts
São Paulo
visão direta
Common usage in medical terminology
Portugal
visão direta
Standard term, used in medical and technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

in direct view
line of direct sight
direct line of vision
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