discrete operations
[dɪˈskriːt ˌɑpəˈreɪʃənz]
nounpl: discrete operations
operações discretas
1. Individual, separate, and distinct actions or procedures that are performed independently without overlap or continuity
The manufacturing process consists of discrete operations that must be completed in sequence.
O processo de fabricação consiste em operações discretas que devem ser realizadas em sequência.
2. In mathematics and computer science, operations that deal with distinct, separate values rather than continuous ranges
Discrete operations in digital computing involve manipulating individual bits and bytes.
As operações discretas na computação digital envolvem a manipulação de bits e bytes individuais.
3. In business and military contexts, separate tactical or strategic actions performed as distinct units
The military planned several discrete operations across different regions.
O exército planejou várias operações discretas em diferentes regiões.
This is primarily a technical and academic term used across both Brazilian and American English in fields such as manufacturing, computer science, mathematics, and military strategy. In Brazil, it's commonly encountered in engineering curricula and industrial contexts. The term emphasizes the separation and independence of individual tasks, reflecting modern operational management philosophy.
Related Idioms & Phrases
break down into discrete operations
perform discrete operations in sequence
manage discrete operations efficiently
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