generic part
[dʒəˈnɛrɪk pɑːrt]
nounpl: generic parts
peça genérica
1. A component or part that is not specific to a particular brand, model, or manufacturer; a standardized part that can be used interchangeably across different products or systems
The mechanic replaced the broken generic part with one that fit multiple car models.
O mecânico substituiu a peça genérica quebrada por uma que se encaixava em vários modelos de carros.
2. In linguistics or taxonomy, a component that applies broadly to a category rather than to individual instances
The word 'furniture' is a generic part of a larger classification system.
A palavra 'móvel' é uma peça genérica de um sistema de classificação maior.
3. In manufacturing and engineering, an interchangeable component that meets industry standards
Using generic parts reduces manufacturing costs significantly.
O uso de peças genéricas reduz significativamente os custos de fabricação.
The term 'generic part' is commonly used in Brazilian automotive and manufacturing industries, where the use of aftermarket or replacement parts is widespread. In the USA, the term is prevalent in technical and engineering contexts, often associated with cost savings and standardization. In Brazil, using generic parts is a practical economic choice in vehicle maintenance and repair industries.
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