fixed selection

[/fɪkst sɪˈlɛkʃən/]
nounpl: fixed selections
seleção fixa
1. A predetermined or unchangeable choice made from a set of options, typically established in advance and not subject to modification
The restaurant offers a fixed selection of dishes for the tasting menu.
O restaurante oferece uma seleção fixa de pratos para o menu de degustação.
2. In technology and software, a predefined set of items or parameters that cannot be altered by the user without special authorization
The system administrator configured a fixed selection of fonts available to all users.
O administrador do sistema configurou uma seleção fixa de fontes disponíveis para todos os usuários.
3. In sports or competitions, a roster or team composition that has been finalized and locked for a specific event
The coach announced the fixed selection of players for the tournament.
O treinador anunciou a seleção fixa de jogadores para o torneio.
The term 'fixed selection' is used across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking business environments, particularly in technology, hospitality, and sports. In Brazil, it's common terminology in corporate settings and software documentation. In Portugal, the term may sometimes be replaced with 'escolha fixa' to avoid confusion with 'seleção' (national team), which carries strong cultural significance in football contexts.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
predetermined selectionset selectionlocked selectionstatic selectionimmutable selection
Antonyms / Antônimos
flexible selectionvariable selectiondynamic selectionadjustable selectionopen selection

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seleção fixa
Standard term used in business, technology, and sports contexts
São Paulo
seleção fixa
Common in corporate and tech industries
Rio de Janeiro
seleção fixa
Used in sports contexts, especially with football terminology
Portugal
seleção fixa
Similar usage but may use 'escolha fixa' as alternative; 'seleção' often refers to national team

Related Words

selectionchoiceoptionrosterconfigurationparameterpresetdefault

Related Idioms & Phrases

lock in a selection
set in stone
no room for change
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