draft specification

[/drɑːft ˌspesɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/]
nounpl: draft specifications
especificação preliminar
1. A preliminary or tentative version of a detailed description of requirements, standards, or technical details that is subject to revision before finalization
The engineering team submitted a draft specification for the new software system before the final review.
A equipe de engenharia apresentou uma especificação preliminar para o novo sistema de software antes da revisão final.
2. An incomplete or proposed set of technical requirements and standards that serves as a basis for discussion and modification
We are still working on the draft specification and welcome feedback from stakeholders.
Ainda estamos trabalhando na especificação preliminar e recebemos feedback dos interessados.
3. A working document outlining proposed standards or requirements that has not yet been formally approved
The draft specification will be circulated for comment before we move to the next phase.
A especificação preliminar será distribuída para comentários antes de passarmos para a próxima fase.
In both Brazilian and American technical and business environments, 'draft specification' is a standard term used in project management, software development, and engineering. In Brazil, it reflects the formal approach to documentation in corporate and academic settings. The concept emphasizes the iterative nature of product development and the importance of stakeholder feedback before finalization.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
preliminary specificationtentative specificationproposed specificationworking specification
Antonyms / Antônimos
final specificationapproved specificationconfirmed specification

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
especificação preliminar
Most commonly used term in technical and business contexts
General Brazilian
especificação provisória
Alternative term emphasizing temporary nature
São Paulo
especificação de trabalho
Sometimes used in engineering contexts
Portugal
especificação preliminar
Same as Brazilian Portuguese in formal technical language

Related Words

specificationtechnical specificationrequirementsstandardsproposaldocumentrevision

Related Idioms & Phrases

back to the drawing board
work in progress
rough around the edges
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