implantation

[/ɪmˌplænˈteɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: implantations / implantações
implantação
1. The process of planting or embedding something firmly in a place or substance
The implantation of the device required surgical precision.
A implantação do dispositivo exigiu precisão cirúrgica.
2. In biology, the process by which a fertilized egg becomes embedded in the uterine wall
Implantation occurs approximately 6-12 days after conception.
A implantação ocorre aproximadamente 6-12 dias após a concepção.
3. In medicine, the insertion of a prosthetic device, organ, or tissue into the body
Dental implantation has become a common procedure for missing teeth.
A implantação dentária tornou-se um procedimento comum para dentes ausentes.
4. The establishment or introduction of a system, program, or idea in an organization or society
The implantation of new company policies was met with some resistance.
A implantação de novas políticas da empresa enfrentou alguma resistência.
In Brazil, 'implantação' is widely used in medical, technological, and business spheres. The term has gained prominence with the increasing popularity of cosmetic and dental procedures. In organizational contexts, 'implantação de projetos' (project implantation) is a common corporate phrase. In the US, the term is primarily associated with medical procedures, particularly in fertility and dental fields.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
embeddinginsertioninstallationintroductionestablishmentimplementation
Antonyms / Antônimos
removalextractionwithdrawalelimination

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
implantação
Standard term used across Brazil for all contexts
São Paulo
implantação
Common usage in medical and business contexts
Rio de Janeiro
implantação
Standard usage, occasionally 'instalação' in informal speech
Portugal
implantação
Used in medical contexts; 'instalação' more common for procedural/organizational contexts

Related Words

implantimplantedimplanterimplantologyprostheticembryosurgical

Related Idioms & Phrases

implantation of ideas
successful implantation
post-implantation care
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