cabeça embutida; parafuso de cabeça embutida; rebite de cabeça embutida
1. A fastener (screw, bolt, or rivet) with a head that is level with or recessed into the surface it is fastened to, creating a smooth, even surface
The aircraft fuselage uses flush head rivets to reduce aerodynamic drag.
A fuselagem da aeronave usa rebites de cabeça embutida para reduzir a resistência aerodinâmica.
2. In construction and carpentry, a fastener designed to sit flush with the surrounding material without protruding
Use flush head screws on the cabinet door for a clean, professional appearance.
Use parafusos de cabeça embutida na porta do armário para uma aparência limpa e profissional.
This is primarily technical/industrial terminology used in engineering, construction, aerospace, and manufacturing contexts. The term is consistent across English-speaking countries and Brazilian Portuguese, though Portuguese European variants may differ slightly. No significant cultural variation exists beyond technical field usage.
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