dominance display
[/ˈdɒmɪnəns dɪˈspleɪ/]
nounpl: dominance displays
exibição de dominância
1. A behavioral pattern in which an animal demonstrates its power, strength, or social status through physical actions, postures, or vocalizations
The alpha wolf's dominance display included baring teeth and raising its hackles.
A exibição de dominância do lobo alfa incluía mostrar os dentes e arrepiar o pelo.
2. In social contexts, any overt behavior intended to assert superiority or control over others
His aggressive dominance display at the meeting intimidated the other participants.
Sua exibição de dominância agressiva na reunião intimidou os outros participantes.
3. In ethology and animal behavior, ritualized or stereotyped behaviors that establish hierarchical relationships without physical combat
Primates often use dominance displays such as chest-beating to establish their rank.
Os primatas frequentemente usam exibições de dominância, como bater no peito, para estabelecer sua hierarquia.
The term 'dominance display' is primarily used in scientific, ethological, and behavioral psychology contexts. In American culture, similar behaviors are often described informally as 'flexing' or 'power moves.' In Brazilian Portuguese-speaking contexts, the term is most commonly encountered in academic discussions about animal behavior or primate studies. The concept is important in understanding both animal hierarchies and human social dynamics in organizational or competitive settings.
NYC Slang
flexing, showing out, power move
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