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firm boundary

[/fɜːrm ˈbaʊndəri/]
nounpl: firm boundaries
limite firme
1. A clearly defined and strictly enforced limit or border that is not subject to change or negotiation
The therapist established firm boundaries with her clients to maintain professionalism.
A terapeuta estabeleceu limites firmes com seus clientes para manter o profissionalismo.
2. A physical or conceptual demarcation line that is solid and well-defined
The fence created a firm boundary between the two properties.
A cerca criou um limite firme entre as duas propriedades.
Synonyms
clear boundarystrict limitdefined borderfixed demarcationrigid boundary
Antonyms
loose boundaryfuzzy borderflexible limitunclear demarcationvague boundary

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limite firme / fronteira bem definida
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
limite firme / divisa clara
Business and legal contexts often use 'divisa'
Portugal
limite firme / fronteira bem demarcada
More formal usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw a line in the sand
set boundaries
cross the line
respect someone's boundaries
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