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indentation

[/ˌɪn.denˈteɪ.ʃən/]
nounfemininepl: indentations
indentação
1. A notch, cut, or recess in a surface or edge
The indentation in the metal was caused by the impact.
A indentação no metal foi causada pelo impacto.
2. The act of indenting or the state of being indented
The indentation of the coastline creates natural harbors.
A indentação da costa cria portos naturais.
3. In writing and typography, the blank space at the beginning of a line, especially the first line of a paragraph
The indentation of the first line makes the paragraph easier to read.
A indentação da primeira linha torna o parágrafo mais fácil de ler.
4. In programming, the spacing used to organize code structure
Proper indentation improves code readability.
A indentação adequada melhora a legibilidade do código.
Synonyms
notchrecessdentimpressionhollow
Antonyms
protrusionprojectionbumpelevation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
indentação
Standard term used in most contexts
São Paulo
indentação
Commonly used in programming and technical contexts
Portugal
indentação
Technical term; 'recuo' may be used for text indentation

Related Idioms & Phrases

indent a paragraph
create an indentation
indentation level
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