dividing structures

[dɪˈvaɪdɪŋ ˈstrʌktʃərz]
nounpl: dividing structures
estruturas divisórias
1. Physical or architectural elements that separate or partition spaces, rooms, or areas
The office uses glass dividing structures to create separate workspaces while maintaining an open feel.
O escritório usa estruturas divisórias de vidro para criar espaços de trabalho separados mantendo uma sensação de abertura.
2. In anatomy, walls or partitions that separate different body cavities or regions
The diaphragm is one of the most important dividing structures in the human body.
O diafragma é uma das estruturas divisórias mais importantes do corpo humano.
3. In urban planning or architecture, barriers that demarcate boundaries between different zones
The city installed dividing structures between the pedestrian and bicycle lanes.
A cidade instalou estruturas divisórias entre as faixas de pedestres e ciclovias.
In Brazil, dividing structures (estruturas divisórias) are increasingly popular in modern office design, reflecting the trend toward flexible workspace solutions. In both Brazilian and Portuguese contexts, glass dividing structures are preferred in contemporary architecture for their aesthetic and functional properties. The term is commonly used in real estate, architecture, and interior design professional discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
partitionsseparatorsbarriersdividerscompartmentswalls
Antonyms / Antônimos
open spacesunified structurescontinuous spaces

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estruturas divisórias
Most common term used in architecture and interior design
Rio de Janeiro
divisórias
Shortened form commonly used in local construction industry
São Paulo
estruturas de divisão
Alternative phrasing used in business and office contexts
Portugal
estruturas divisórias; divisórias
Same terminology as Brazil, used in architecture and construction

Related Words

partitionseparatorboundarydemarcationcompartmentalizationarchitectural division

Related Idioms & Phrases

to put up dividing structures
breaking down dividing structures
erected dividing structures
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