a termo completo
1. Relating to a pregnancy that has lasted the normal duration, typically around 40 weeks or 9 months
The baby was born full-term and weighed 7 pounds.
O bebê nasceu a termo completo e pesava 3,2 quilos.
2. Completing the entire period of time for which something was designated or contracted
He served a full-term as president without any interruption.
Ele cumpriu um mandato completo como presidente sem interrupção.
3. Lasting for the complete duration of a school or academic year
She enrolled in the full-term program starting in September.
Ela se inscreveu no programa de duração integral começando em setembro.
The term 'full-term' is primarily used in medical and obstetric contexts in both the USA and Brazil to distinguish healthy pregnancies from premature births. In political and legal contexts, it emphasizes the importance of completing contracted or elected periods without interruption. Understanding this distinction is crucial in healthcare discussions.
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