irregular divisions

[ɪˈreɡjələr dɪˈvɪʒənz]
nounfemininepl: irregular divisions
divisões irregulares
1. Unequal or uneven separation of something into parts that do not follow a regular pattern or standard measurement
The irregular divisions of the land created disputes among the property owners.
As divisões irregulares da terra criaram disputas entre os proprietários.
2. In mathematics, the process of dividing numbers or quantities in a way that does not result in equal parts or whole numbers
When performing irregular divisions in the spreadsheet, the remainders must be documented.
Ao realizar divisões irregulares na planilha, os restos devem ser documentados.
3. In administration or organization, the unequal distribution of responsibilities, resources, or territory into sections
The company faced challenges due to irregular divisions of departmental budgets.
A empresa enfrentou desafios devido às divisões irregulares dos orçamentos departamentais.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian real estate, legal, and administrative contexts when properties are subdivided or resources are allocated unequally. In Portugal, it appears frequently in land registry and property law documentation. The concept carries weight in disputes and requires careful documentation in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
unequal divisionsuneven partitionsasymmetrical divisionsdisproportionate splits
Antonyms / Antônimos
regular divisionsequal divisionsuniform divisionssymmetrical divisions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
divisões irregulares
Standard usage in formal and technical contexts
Rio de Janeiro
divisões desiguais
Common alternative emphasizing inequality aspect
São Paulo
divisões irregulares
Preferred in business and real estate contexts
Portugal
divisões irregulares
Same as Brazil, used in technical and legal documents

Related Words

partitionsegmentationallocationdistributionfractional divisioncompartmentalization

Related Idioms & Phrases

divide unevenly
slice the pie unequally
carve up irregularly
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