geolocation

[/ˌdʒiː.oʊ.loʊˈkeɪ.ʃən/]
nounfemininepl: geolocalizações
geolocalização
1. the identification or estimation of the real-world geographic location of an object, such as a radar source, mobile device, or internet-connected computer terminal
The app uses geolocation to find nearby restaurants.
O aplicativo usa geolocalização para encontrar restaurantes próximos.
2. the process of determining the location of a user or device through GPS, IP address, Wi-Fi signals, or cellular networks
Geolocation services help emergency responders find people in distress.
Os serviços de geolocalização ajudam os socorristas a localizar pessoas em perigo.
3. technology or software that enables location-based services and tracking
Many smartphones have built-in geolocation capabilities.
Muitos smartphones têm capacidades de geolocalização integradas.
Geolocation has become increasingly important in both Brazilian and American digital culture, particularly with the rise of ride-sharing apps (Uber, 99), food delivery services (iFood, DoorDash), and social media. Privacy concerns about geolocation tracking are a significant topic in both countries' regulatory and public discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
location trackingpositioninggeotagginglocation detection
Antonyms / Antônimos
anonymitylocation masking

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
geolocalização
Standard term widely used in technology and mobile contexts
São Paulo
geolocalização
Common in tech industry and startup culture
Portugal
geolocalização
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; used in technology sector

Related Words

GPScoordinateslatitudelongitudelocation-based servicestrackingmappingIP address

Related Idioms & Phrases

turn on geolocation
disable geolocation
geolocation services
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