isolating structures
[/ˈaɪ.səˌleɪ.tɪŋ ˈstrʌk.tʃərz/]
nounpl: isolating structures
estruturas isolantes
1. Physical or architectural elements designed to separate, insulate, or protect by creating barriers or distance
The isolating structures in the laboratory prevented cross-contamination between experiments.
As estruturas isolantes no laboratório evitaram contaminação cruzada entre os experimentos.
2. In construction and engineering, materials or systems that reduce transmission of heat, sound, vibration, or other physical phenomena
Modern buildings use isolating structures to improve energy efficiency and acoustic comfort.
Os edifícios modernos usam estruturas isolantes para melhorar a eficiência energética e o conforto acústico.
3. In linguistics, languages or grammatical systems that convey meaning primarily through word order rather than inflection
English and Chinese are considered isolating structures in typological classification.
O inglês e o chinês são considerados estruturas isolantes na classificação tipológica.
This is a technical term commonly used in Brazilian engineering, architecture, and scientific contexts. It reflects the country's growing focus on sustainable building practices and industrial efficiency. In Portugal, the term is equally technical but may be used more frequently in academic settings.
Related Idioms & Phrases
build isolating structures
establish isolating structures
reinforce isolating structures
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