location reference

[loʊˈkeɪʃən ˈrɛfərəns]
nounpl: location references
referência de localização
1. A specific point, landmark, or coordinate system used to identify or describe where something is situated in physical space
The GPS coordinates serve as a location reference for the warehouse.
As coordenadas de GPS servem como referência de localização para o armazém.
2. In data processing or programming, a pointer or identifier that indicates the memory address or storage position of data
The system uses a location reference to retrieve the stored information quickly.
O sistema usa uma referência de localização para recuperar as informações armazenadas rapidamente.
3. A cited source or document that provides information about a specific geographic area or place
The map included a location reference guide for all major landmarks.
O mapa incluía um guia de referência de localização para todos os marcos principais.
In Brazilian business and technology sectors, 'referência de localização' is a standard term used in real estate, logistics, and geospatial industries. In the USA, this term is prevalent in GPS technology, navigation apps, and data management fields. The concept is essential in modern urban planning and e-commerce delivery systems in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
spatial referencepositional referencegeographic referenceaddress referencecoordinate reference

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
referência de localização
Standard technical and geographic term widely used in Brazil
São Paulo
referência de localização / ponto de referência
Both terms are commonly used in urban and commercial contexts
Rio de Janeiro
referência de localização
Primarily used in formal and technical documentation
Portugal
referência de localização / referência espacial
European Portuguese may also use 'referência espacial' in technical contexts

Related Words

geolocationcoordinateslandmarkaddressGPSmappingspatial datapositioning system

Related Idioms & Phrases

point of reference
frame of reference
location marker
reference point
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