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established boundaries
[ɪˈstæblɪʃt ˈbaʊndəriz]
noun phrase
limites estabelecidos
1.
Clearly defined and agreed-upon limits or borders that have been set and are recognized as fixed
The established boundaries between the two countries have been in place for over a century.
Os limites estabelecidos entre os dois países estão em vigor há mais de um século.
2.
Personal or professional limits that have been clearly communicated and accepted
She made sure to set established boundaries with her coworkers regarding work hours.
Ela se certificou de estabelecer limites claros com seus colegas de trabalho em relação ao horário.
3.
Rules or demarcations that have been formally defined and are now in effect
The established boundaries of the nature reserve protect the wildlife habitat.
Os limites estabelecidos da reserva natural protegem o habitat da vida selvagem.
Synonyms
defined limits
set borders
fixed boundaries
demarcated lines
agreed-upon limits
Antonyms
undefined boundaries
fluid borders
unclear limits
vague demarcations
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
limites estabelecidos
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
limites estabelecidos
Commonly used; may also say 'limites já fixados'
São Paulo
limites estabelecidos
Standard usage; business contexts frequently use this term
Portugal
fronteiras estabelecidas
May also use 'limites definidos' for non-geographical contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
cross the line
respect boundaries
draw the line
go beyond the pale
know one's place
set parameters
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