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legacy industry

[ˈlɛɡəsi ˈɪndəstri]
nounpl: legacy industries
indústria tradicional
1. An established industry that relies on older technologies, business models, or infrastructure; often characterized by resistance to modernization and innovation
The automotive industry is considered a legacy industry struggling to adapt to electric vehicles.
A indústria automóvel é considerada uma indústria tradicional que luta para se adaptar aos veículos elétricos.
2. A mature industry with deep historical roots that faces disruption from newer, more agile competitors
Legacy industries like coal and oil are facing pressure from renewable energy sectors.
Indústrias tradicionais como carvão e petróleo enfrentam pressão dos setores de energia renovável.
Synonyms
established industrymature industrytraditional industryold-line industry
Antonyms
emerging industrystartup sectortech industryinnovative industry

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
indústria tradicional
Most common usage in Brazil
São Paulo
indústria consolidada
Alternative term emphasizing established nature
Portugal
indústria enraizada
Emphasizes historical roots and resistance to change

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