locked operation

[/lɒkt ˌɒpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: locked operations
operação travada
1. A computing or mechanical process that cannot be interrupted or modified once it has begun, often used in database transactions or system operations to ensure data integrity
The database performed a locked operation to prevent concurrent modifications to the critical data.
O banco de dados realizou uma operação travada para impedir modificações simultâneas nos dados críticos.
2. In machinery or equipment, an operation that is fixed in place or immobilized during execution
The machine entered a locked operation mode during the welding process to ensure precision.
A máquina entrou em modo de operação travada durante o processo de soldagem para garantir precisão.
3. A state where a system or device is secured against any changes until the operation completes
The file system initiated a locked operation to backup sensitive information safely.
O sistema de arquivos iniciou uma operação travada para fazer backup seguro de informações sensíveis.
This term is predominantly used in technical and computing contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. In Brazilian tech industry, 'operação travada' is the standard terminology when discussing database transactions, system safety, and concurrent programming. It reflects the importance of data integrity in modern software development practices across Portuguese-speaking tech communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
atomic operationprotected operationexclusive operationimmobilized operationsecured operation
Antonyms / Antônimos
unlocked operationconcurrent operationinterruptible operationshared operation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
operação travada
Standard term used in computing and technical contexts
São Paulo
operação bloqueada
Alternative term occasionally used in tech industry
Portugal
operação bloqueada
Preferred European Portuguese term; operação travada also understood
Technical Community
operação sincronizada
Used when emphasizing synchronization aspects

Related Words

mutextransactionsynchronizationdeadlocksemaphorecritical sectionthread safety

Related Idioms & Phrases

locked and loaded
in a locked state
under lock and key
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