expansion index
[/ɪkˈspænʃən ˈɪndɛks/]
nounpl: expansion indexes / expansion indices
índice de expansão
1. A numerical measure or indicator that quantifies the rate, degree, or magnitude of expansion in a system, material, economy, or organization
The economic expansion index showed a 3.2% growth rate this quarter.
O índice de expansão econômica mostrou uma taxa de crescimento de 3,2% neste trimestre.
2. In materials science, a coefficient or ratio used to measure how much a substance expands when exposed to heat or pressure
The thermal expansion index of the metal was calculated to determine its stability at high temperatures.
O índice de expansão térmica do metal foi calculado para determinar sua estabilidade em altas temperaturas.
3. A statistical tool used in business and economics to track growth trends in market share, production capacity, or business operations
The company's expansion index increased by 15% following the merger announcement.
O índice de expansão da empresa aumentou 15% após o anúncio da fusão.
This is a technical and specialized term primarily used in academic, scientific, business, and economic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It reflects the importance of quantifiable metrics in modern economies and industrial applications. In Brazil, this term is particularly relevant in discussions about economic growth and industrial development.
Related Idioms & Phrases
expansion index on the rise
track the expansion index
expansion index shows promise
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