joined segment

[/dʒɔɪnd ˈseɡmənt/]
nounpl: joined segments
segmento unido / segmento articulado
1. A distinct part or section that is connected or linked to another part, forming a continuous or articulated structure
The robot arm consists of several joined segments that allow it to move in multiple directions.
O braço do robô consiste em vários segmentos unidos que lhe permitem se mover em múltiplas direções.
2. In anatomy or biology, a body part that is connected to adjacent parts by joints or connective tissue
The caterpillar's body is made up of joined segments connected by flexible tissue.
O corpo da lagarta é composto de segmentos unidos conectados por tecido flexível.
3. In engineering or construction, modular units that are fastened or articulated together
The pipeline is constructed from joined segments of steel tubing.
O gasoduto é construído a partir de segmentos unidos de tubulação de aço.
This is primarily a technical and scientific term used in engineering, robotics, biology, and construction fields across both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking regions. It reflects modern industrial and technological vocabulary that is relatively standardized across these communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
articulated segmentconnected segmentlinked segmentjointed sectionarticulated part
Antonyms / Antônimos
detached segmentseparate segmentindividual segmentisolated part

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
segmento unido / segmento articulado
Most common usage in technical and scientific contexts
Rio de Janeiro
segmento articulado
Preferred in engineering discussions
São Paulo
segmento unido
Common in industrial and manufacturing contexts
Portugal
segmento articulado / segmento ligado
Both terms used; slight preference for 'articulado' in technical fields

Related Words

articulationjointconnectionlinkagemodularsegmentationcoupling

Related Idioms & Phrases

break the chain
link by link
piece together
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