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forma primitiva
[ˈfɔɾ.mɐ pɾi.miˈti.vɐ]
noun
feminine
pl: formas primitivas
primitive form
1.
An original or earliest form of something, before modification or development
The primitive form of the word 'computer' can be traced back to Latin roots.
A forma primitiva da palavra 'computador' pode ser rastreada até raízes latinas.
2.
In linguistics, the basic or root form of a word from which other words are derived
In Portuguese, 'correr' is the primitive form from which 'corrid', 'corrida', and 'corredor' are derived.
Em português, 'correr' é a forma primitiva da qual 'corrida' e 'corredor' são derivadas.
3.
In art or anthropology, a simple or unrefined artistic expression from early cultures
The museum displayed examples of primitive forms of cave painting.
O museu exibiu exemplos de formas primitivas de pintura rupestre.
Synonyms
forma original
forma básica
forma raiz
palavra primitiva
Antonyms
forma derivada
forma complexa
forma desenvolvida
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
forma primitiva
Standard usage in linguistic and educational contexts
Portugal
forma primitiva
Standard usage, commonly used in Portuguese linguistic studies
Related Idioms & Phrases
voltar à forma primitiva
na sua forma mais primitiva
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