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elite division
[ɪˈliːt dɪˈvɪʒən]
noun
pl: elite divisions
divisão de elite
1.
The highest or most prestigious tier in a competitive sports league or organizational structure
The team was promoted to the elite division after winning the regional championship.
O time foi promovido para a divisão de elite após vencer o campeonato regional.
2.
A group of the best or most skilled competitors or members separated from lower tiers
Only the top athletes compete in the elite division.
Apenas os melhores atletas competem na divisão de elite.
Synonyms
top tier
first division
premier division
top flight
championship division
Antonyms
lower division
minor league
amateur division
second division
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
divisão de elite
Most common term used in Brazilian sports contexts
Brazil - Football
primeira divisão
Specific to football/soccer leagues
Portugal
divisão de elite
Standard usage across Portuguese sports
Portugal - Football
primeira liga
Specific term for top football division
Related Idioms & Phrases
reach the elite division
compete at elite level
elite division status
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