large division
[/lɑːrdʒ dɪˈvɪʒən/]
nounpl: large divisions
grande divisão
1. a major section or part of something larger, typically an organization, territory, or system
The company reorganized into three large divisions: sales, marketing, and operations.
A empresa se reorganizou em três grandes divisões: vendas, marketing e operações.
2. a significant separation or distinction between groups or categories
There is a large division between urban and rural communities in terms of access to services.
Há uma grande divisão entre as comunidades urbanas e rurais em termos de acesso a serviços.
3. in military context, a large tactical unit typically composed of multiple brigades
The general commanded a large division of approximately 15,000 soldiers.
O general comandava uma grande divisão de aproximadamente 15 mil soldados.
In both Brazilian and American business culture, 'large division' is commonly used in organizational hierarchies. Brazilian companies (particularly multinational corporations) frequently restructure into large divisions to manage operations across different regions or product lines. The term is formal and professional, typically found in corporate communications and organizational announcements.
Related Idioms & Phrases
a large division of labor
the great divide (similar concept)
a sharp division between groups
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