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fixed course

[/fɪkst kɔːrs/]
nounpl: fixed courses
curso fixo
1. A predetermined path or route that does not change
The ship maintained a fixed course throughout the journey.
O navio manteve um curso fixo durante toda a viagem.
2. A planned sequence of instruction or study with a set curriculum
Students must complete a fixed course in mathematics before advancing.
Os alunos devem completar um curso fixo de matemática antes de avançar.
3. A determined or unwavering direction of action or policy
The company is on a fixed course toward expansion.
A empresa está em um curso fixo em direção à expansão.
Synonyms
predetermined courseset coursedefined pathestablished route
Antonyms
variable courseflexible pathchanging directionopen course

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
curso fixo
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
curso fixo
Common in academic and professional contexts
Portugal
curso fixo
Used in educational and maritime contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay the course
set a course for
on course
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