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external components

[ɪkˈstɜːrnəl kəmˈpoʊnənts]
nounpl: external components
componentes externos
1. Parts or elements that are physically located on the outside of a device, system, or structure
The external components of the computer include the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.
Os componentes externos do computador incluem o monitor, teclado e mouse.
2. In technology, hardware devices or modules connected to but not built into a main system
External components such as USB drives and external hard drives expand storage capacity.
Componentes externos como pen drives e discos rígidos externos expandem a capacidade de armazenamento.
3. Elements visible from the outside of a structure or object
The building's external components require regular maintenance.
Os componentes externos do edifício requerem manutenção regular.
Synonyms
external partsouter componentsperipheral devicesexterior elements
Antonyms
internal componentsinner partsbuilt-in components

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
componentes externos
Standard usage in Brazil
São Paulo
componentes externos / partes externas
Both terms commonly used in technical contexts
Portugal
componentes externos
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

bells and whistles
add-ons
accessories
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