discontinuous coverage
[ˌdɪs.kənˈtɪn.ju.əs ˈkʌv.ər.ɪdʒ]
nounpl: discontinuous coverages
cobertura descontínua
1. Lack of continuous or uninterrupted service, coverage, or protection in a specific area or over a period of time
The mobile network experienced discontinuous coverage in the rural areas, leaving many residents without signal.
A rede móvel apresentava cobertura descontínua nas áreas rurais, deixando muitos residentes sem sinal.
2. In insurance or benefits: gaps or breaks in active coverage periods
The patient had discontinuous coverage due to changes in employment, resulting in uninsured months.
O paciente teve cobertura descontínua devido a mudanças no emprego, resultando em meses sem seguro.
3. In telecommunications or satellite imagery: intermittent or patchy service availability
Satellite discontinuous coverage made real-time monitoring difficult in certain regions.
A cobertura descontínua do satélite tornou o monitoramento em tempo real difícil em certas regiões.
In Brazil, this term is frequently used in telecommunications complaints and insurance disputes. Discontinuous coverage is a common complaint in remote regions of Brazil where infrastructure is underdeveloped. In the USA, it's commonly discussed regarding mobile networks in rural areas and health insurance gaps.
NYC Slang
spotty coverage, patchy service
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