electronic-only
[/ɪˌlɛkˈtrɒnɪk ˈoʊnli/]
adjective
apenas eletrônico
1. existing, available, or conducted exclusively in digital or electronic format without physical or paper alternatives
The company switched to an electronic-only billing system to reduce paper waste.
A empresa mudou para um sistema de faturamento apenas eletrônico para reduzir o desperdício de papel.
2. describing a service, product, or transaction that can only be accessed or completed through electronic devices or digital platforms
This bank offers electronic-only accounts with no physical branch access.
Este banco oferece contas apenas eletrônicas sem acesso a agências físicas.
3. pertaining to publications, records, or documents that exist only in digital format
The journal is now electronic-only and no longer prints physical copies.
A revista agora é apenas eletrônica e não imprime mais cópias físicas.
This term gained prominence during the COVID-19 pandemic and the digital transformation wave in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it reflects the growing adoption of digital banking and e-commerce, particularly among younger demographics and urban populations. In the USA, it's commonly used in corporate and publishing contexts as companies embrace sustainability and cost-reduction measures.
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