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isolated section

[/ˈaɪsəleɪtɪd ˈsɛkʃən/]
nounpl: isolated sections
seção isolada
1. A distinct part or segment that is separated or set apart from other parts, physically or functionally
The engineer examined the isolated section of the pipeline to identify the leak.
O engenheiro examinou a seção isolada do oleoduto para identificar o vazamento.
2. In technical or industrial contexts, a portion of a system that has been disconnected for maintenance or safety purposes
An isolated section of the power grid was shut down for repairs.
Uma seção isolada da rede elétrica foi desligada para reparos.
3. A remote or detached area or region with limited access or communication
The isolated section of the forest was difficult to reach during winter.
A seção isolada da floresta era difícil de alcançar durante o inverno.
Synonyms
detached segmentseparate portionsegregated arearemote sectiondisconnected part
Antonyms
integrated sectionconnected sectionunified areacontinuous section

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seção isolada
Standard usage in technical and industrial contexts
São Paulo
seção isolada / trecho isolado
Both terms commonly used in engineering and construction
Portugal
secção isolada
Portuguese spelling with 'c' instead of 's'
Rio de Janeiro
seção isolada
Standard usage, sometimes shortened to 'seção separada'

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep someone in an isolated section
cut off from the main section
confined to an isolated section
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