initial boundary

[/ɪˈnɪʃəl ˈbaʊndəri/]
nounpl: initial boundaries
limite inicial
1. The first or starting limit that defines the edge or extent of something at the beginning of a process, project, or system
The initial boundary of the construction project was set at the property line.
O limite inicial do projeto de construção foi estabelecido na divisa da propriedade.
2. In mathematics and physics, the starting condition or constraint that defines the beginning state of a system in differential equations or physical phenomena
The initial boundary conditions must be specified to solve the differential equation accurately.
As condições de limite inicial devem ser especificadas para resolver a equação diferencial com precisão.
3. A demarcation line or frontier established at the outset of an agreement, contract, or territorial arrangement
The treaty established the initial boundary between the two nations.
O tratado estabeleceu o limite inicial entre as duas nações.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, mathematical, legal, and engineering contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'limite inicial' is the standard translation, while in Portugal, 'condição de fronteira inicial' or 'condição de limite inicial' may be preferred in mathematical and physics applications. The term reflects the importance of clearly defining starting points and constraints in formal and technical documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
starting boundaryinitial limitopening constraintpreliminary boundaryfirst boundary condition
Antonyms / Antônimos
final boundaryterminal boundaryending limit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limite inicial
Standard term used in technical, mathematical, and legal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
limite inicial
Same usage as general Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
limite inicial / condição de limite inicial
More technical usage in engineering and scientific documents
Portugal
limite inicial / condição de fronteira inicial
Slightly more formal; 'condição de fronteira' preferred in technical contexts

Related Words

boundary conditioninitial conditionconstraintdemarcationfrontierperimeter

Related Idioms & Phrases

cross the initial boundary
set the initial boundary
within initial boundaries
push the initial boundary
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