general divisions
[/ˈdʒɛnərəl dɪˈvɪʒənz/]
nounpl: general divisions
divisões gerais
1. broad categories or sections into which something is separated or classified
The general divisions of the company include sales, marketing, and operations.
As divisões gerais da empresa incluem vendas, marketing e operações.
2. main organizational segments or departments within a larger structure
The general divisions of the military include the Army, Navy, and Air Force.
As divisões gerais das forças armadas incluem Exército, Marinha e Força Aérea.
3. primary classifications or groupings in an academic, administrative, or hierarchical system
The university's general divisions are Arts, Sciences, and Engineering.
As divisões gerais da universidade são Artes, Ciências e Engenharia.
In Brazilian corporate and governmental contexts, 'divisões gerais' is a standard term used to describe organizational hierarchy. In the USA, this terminology is common in large organizations, military structures, and educational institutions when describing broad administrative groupings.
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