featherweight objects
[/ˈfeðərweɪt ˈɑːbdʒɛkts/]
nounpl: featherweight objects
objetos de peso pluma; objetos muito leves
1. Items or things that are extremely light in weight; objects that weigh very little
The artist created featherweight objects that seemed to defy gravity when suspended from the ceiling.
O artista criou objetos de peso pluma que pareciam desafiar a gravidade quando suspensos do teto.
2. Things of minimal importance or substance; trivial matters
In the grand scheme of things, these featherweight objects of concern pale in comparison to real problems.
Em relação às coisas importantes, esses objetos de pouca importância empalidecem quando comparados aos problemas reais.
3. Items designed to be lightweight for portability or convenience
Modern technology produces featherweight objects that can be easily carried in a backpack.
A tecnologia moderna produz objetos muito leves que podem ser facilmente transportados em uma mochila.
The term 'featherweight' originates from boxing terminology but is widely used in both English and Portuguese to describe anything remarkably light or unimportant. In Brazil, it's common in design and technology discussions. In the USA, it's frequently used in fitness contexts (featherweight clothing) and minimalist lifestyle discourse.
NYC Slang
light as air; nothing burger (when referring to importance)
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