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distinct edge

[/dɪˈstɪŋkt ɛdʒ/]
nounpl: distinct edges
borda distinta; aresta distinta
1. A clear, well-defined border or boundary that is noticeably different from what surrounds it
The photograph showed a distinct edge between the mountains and the sky.
A fotografia mostrou uma borda distinta entre as montanhas e o céu.
2. In mathematics and graph theory, an edge that is uniquely identifiable and separate from other edges
In the diagram, each distinct edge connects two different vertices.
No diagrama, cada aresta distinta conecta dois vértices diferentes.
3. A competitive advantage or superiority that is clearly apparent
The new technology gives our company a distinct edge over our competitors.
A nova tecnologia dá à nossa empresa uma vantagem distinta sobre os concorrentes.
Synonyms
sharp boundaryclear borderdefined margincompetitive advantage
Antonyms
blurred edgefuzzy boundaryindistinct border

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
borda distinta; vantagem clara
Commonly used in both technical and business contexts
Portugal
margem distinta; aresta diferenciada
Slightly more formal usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

have the edge on someone
give someone an edge
edge out the competition
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