disabled machine

[dɪs'eɪbəld məˈʃin]
nounpl: disabled machines
máquina desativada
1. A machine that has been rendered non-functional or inoperable, either temporarily or permanently, through damage, malfunction, or intentional deactivation
The disabled machine in the factory was waiting for repairs.
A máquina desativada na fábrica estava aguardando reparos.
2. In computing, a device or system that has been shut down or is not currently in operation
The disabled machine needs to be replaced before production resumes.
A máquina desativada precisa ser substituída antes da retomada da produção.
In industrial and manufacturing contexts across both Brazil and the USA, a disabled machine represents downtime and potential loss of productivity. In Brazilian factories, the term 'máquina desativada' is commonly used in work orders and maintenance reports. The concept is critical in discussing industrial efficiency and workplace safety.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
broken machineinoperable machinenon-functional machineout-of-service machinemalfunctioning machine
Antonyms / Antônimos
functional machineoperational machineworking machineactive machine

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
máquina desativada
Standard usage in industrial and technical contexts
São Paulo
máquina inoperante
Common in manufacturing and industrial sectors
Rio de Janeiro
máquina fora de serviço
General usage, more colloquial
Portugal
máquina desativada
Similar usage to Brazilian Portuguese, formal contexts

Related Words

malfunctionrepairmaintenancedowntimemechanical failuresystem shutdown

Related Idioms & Phrases

a cog in the machine
the machine is broken down
put something out of commission
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