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intersecting sets
[ɪn.tərˈsɛk.tɪŋ sɛts]
noun
pl: intersecting sets
conjuntos interseccionados
1.
Two or more sets that have one or more elements in common; sets whose intersection is non-empty
The sets {1, 2, 3} and {2, 3, 4} are intersecting sets because they share the elements 2 and 3.
Os conjuntos {1, 2, 3} e {2, 3, 4} são conjuntos interseccionados porque compartilham os elementos 2 e 3.
2.
In geometry, lines, curves, or shapes that cross or meet at one or more points
The two intersecting sets of lines form a cross pattern.
Os dois conjuntos de linhas interseccionadas formam um padrão de cruz.
Synonyms
overlapping sets
sets with common elements
non-disjoint sets
Antonyms
disjoint sets
mutually exclusive sets
non-intersecting sets
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
conjuntos interseccionados
Standard mathematical terminology
Portugal
conjuntos que se intersectam
Alternative phrasing common in European Portuguese
General
conjuntos com interseção
Less formal alternative
Related Idioms & Phrases
find the intersection of two sets
have common ground
overlap in meaning
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