exposed objects

[ɪkˈspoʊzd ˈɑːbdʒɛkts]
noun phrasepl: exposed objects
objetos expostos
1. Objects that are visible, uncovered, or not concealed; items that are left open to view or accessible to others
The exposed objects in the museum display were protected by glass cases.
Os objetos expostos na vitrine do museu eram protegidos por vidro.
2. In computing and software development, objects or variables that are accessible from outside their intended scope or module
The developer warned about exposed objects in the API that could compromise security.
O desenvolvedor alertou sobre objetos expostos na API que poderiam comprometer a segurança.
3. Items left unprotected or vulnerable to damage, theft, or the elements
Exposed objects on the construction site need to be covered during bad weather.
Os objetos expostos no canteiro de obras precisam ser cobertos durante mau tempo.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'objetos expostos' is commonly used in museum and retail contexts, as well as in technical and software development discussions. The phrase emphasizes vulnerability or visibility depending on context. In Portugal, the phrase may be slightly more formal and technical in nature.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
visible objectsuncovered objectsaccessible objectsunprotected itemsopen items
Antonyms / Antônimos
hidden objectsconcealed objectsprotected objectsenclosed objectssecured objects

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
objetos expostos
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
objetos expostos
Common in business and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
objetos à vista
Alternative colloquial expression
Portugal
objetos expostos
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also 'objetos desprotegidos' for unprotected meaning

Related Words

exposedvisibilityvulnerabilityaccessibilityprotectionconcealment

Related Idioms & Phrases

leave something exposed
exposed to the elements
lay exposed
exposure of objects
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