emissions

[/ɪˈmɪʃənz/]
nounfemininepl: emissões
emissões
1. The discharge or release of substances (such as gases, particles, or radiation) into the atmosphere or environment
The factory was fined for excessive emissions.
A fábrica foi multada por emissões excessivas.
2. The act of sending out or broadcasting (television, radio, or other signals)
The emissions of the new TV station started last month.
As emissões da nova estação de TV começaram mês passado.
3. The discharge of bodily fluids or substances
The medical report noted unusual emissions.
O relatório médico anotou emissões incomuns.
4. The issuing or putting into circulation of currency or securities
The central bank announced new emissions of government bonds.
O banco central anunciou novas emissões de títulos governamentais.
In Brazil, 'emissões' is frequently discussed in environmental policy contexts, particularly regarding vehicle emissions and industrial pollution. The term has gained prominence with increased focus on climate change and air quality in major urban centers like São Paulo. In the USA, 'emissions' is central to environmental regulations and climate change discourse, with terms like 'zero emissions' becoming part of mainstream vocabulary.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
dischargesreleasesoutputsbroadcastsexhalations
Antonyms / Antônimos
absorptionintakeretention

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
emissões
Standard term used across Brazil for environmental and broadcasting contexts
São Paulo
emissões
Commonly used in industrial and environmental regulatory discussions
Rio de Janeiro
emissões
Standard usage, particularly in air quality monitoring discussions
Portugal
emissões
Identical usage; used in European environmental regulations and broadcasting

Related Words

emissionemitgreenhouse gasespollutantsexhaustcarbon footprintair quality

Related Idioms & Phrases

reduce emissions
carbon emissions
zero emissions
emissions trading
emissions standards
emissions control
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