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imprecise borders

[ɪmprɪˈsaɪs ˈbɔːrdərz]
noun phrase
fronteiras imprecisas
1. Boundaries or dividing lines that are not clearly defined, exact, or well-established; borders that lack precision or clarity in their demarcation
The imprecise borders between the two territories led to ongoing disputes.
As fronteiras imprecisas entre os dois territórios levaram a disputas contínuas.
2. In mapping or geography, boundary lines that are ambiguous or subject to interpretation
Historians debated the imprecise borders shown on ancient maps.
Historiadores debateram as fronteiras imprecisas mostradas em mapas antigos.
Synonyms
unclear bordersvague boundariesill-defined bordersfuzzy boundariesambiguous borders
Antonyms
precise borderswell-defined bordersclear boundariesexact bordersdemarcated borders

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fronteiras imprecisas
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
fronteiras imprecisas / limites vagos
Both terms used interchangeably
Portugal
fronteiras imprecisas / linhas fronteiriças indefinidas
More formal alternative in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

blurred lines
gray area
no man's land
disputado territory
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