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flat representation

[/flæt ˌrɛprɪˈzɛnˈteɪʃən/]
nounpl: flat representations
representação plana
1. A two-dimensional depiction or display of three-dimensional data, objects, or information without depth perspective
The architect provided a flat representation of the building design on paper before creating a 3D model.
O arquiteto forneceu uma representação plana do design do edifício no papel antes de criar um modelo 3D.
2. In computing and data visualization, a simplified or condensed view of complex hierarchical data presented in a single-dimensional format
The database uses a flat representation to simplify data storage and retrieval.
O banco de dados usa uma representação plana para simplificar o armazenamento e recuperação de dados.
3. A depiction lacking dimension, depth, or visual complexity; a simplified or superficial portrayal
Critics argued that the character received only a flat representation in the film adaptation.
Os críticos argumentaram que a personagem recebeu apenas uma representação plana na adaptação cinematográfica.
Synonyms
two-dimensional representation2D representationplanar representationsimplified depiction
Antonyms
three-dimensional representation3D representationdepth representationcomplex representation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
representação plana
Standard usage in technical and artistic contexts
São Paulo
representação plana
Commonly used in architecture and design fields
Portugal
representação plana
Standard usage, also 'representação bidimensional' in technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

flat design
two-dimensional thinking
surface-level representation
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