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improper mount

[ɪmˈprɒpər maʊnt]
nounpl: improper mounts
montagem imprópria
1. An incorrect or unsafe way of attaching, securing, or positioning something on a support or base
The technician identified an improper mount of the equipment that could cause vibrations.
O técnico identificou uma montagem imprópria do equipamento que poderia causar vibrações.
2. In equestrian contexts, an incorrect technique for getting onto a horse
The rider's improper mount could result in injury to both horse and rider.
A montagem imprópria do cavaleiro poderia resultar em ferimentos para cavalo e cavaleiro.
3. In mechanics or engineering, a faulty installation or attachment that doesn't meet specifications
The improper mount of the bearing led to premature failure of the machinery.
A montagem imprópria do rolamento levou à falha prematura da máquina.
Synonyms
faulty installationincorrect attachmentunsafe mountingdefective mounting
Antonyms
proper mountcorrect installationsecure mountingproper installation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
montagem imprópria
standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
montagem inadequada
common alternative in technical contexts
Portugal
encaixe inadequado
preferred in mechanical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

to mount improperly
improper mounting technique
improper mount failure
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