faulty attachment
[ˈfɔːlti əˈtætʃmənt]
nounpl: faulty attachments
ligação defeituosa
1. An insecure or defective connection between two objects or components that fails to hold properly or securely
The faulty attachment of the handle to the door caused it to break after a few weeks.
A ligação defeituosa da maçaneta à porta fez com que quebrasse após algumas semanas.
2. In psychology or relationships, an insecure or unhealthy emotional bond between individuals, particularly in developmental contexts
Early childhood faulty attachment can lead to behavioral issues in adolescence.
Uma ligação afetiva defeituosa na infância pode levar a problemas comportamentais na adolescência.
3. In email or digital communications, an unsuccessful or corrupted file connection that fails to send or receive properly
The email system flagged a faulty attachment that couldn't be downloaded.
O sistema de email sinalizou um anexo defeituoso que não podia ser baixado.
The term is used across both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking contexts, with particular relevance in psychology discussions about attachment theory (popularized by John Bowlby). In digital contexts, it's increasingly common in both Brazil and Portugal with the rise of email and file-sharing technologies. In psychological discussions, 'ligação insegura' may be preferred over 'ligação defeituosa' to describe emotional bonds.
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