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loss minimization

[/lɔːs ˌmɪnɪmaɪˈzeɪʃən/]
noun
minimização de perdas
1. A strategy or process aimed at reducing losses to the lowest possible level, commonly used in business, finance, and machine learning contexts
The company implemented loss minimization strategies to reduce operational costs.
A empresa implementou estratégias de minimização de perdas para reduzir custos operacionais.
2. In machine learning and optimization, the process of adjusting model parameters to reduce the error or cost function
Loss minimization is achieved through gradient descent in neural networks.
A minimização de perdas é alcançada através de descida de gradiente em redes neurais.
3. In economics and decision theory, the principle of making choices that result in the smallest possible negative outcome
During the financial crisis, banks focused on loss minimization rather than profit maximization.
Durante a crise financeira, os bancos focaram em minimização de perdas em vez de maximização de lucros.
Synonyms
loss reductiondamage controlerror minimizationcost reduction
Antonyms
profit maximizationgain optimizationloss maximization

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
minimização de perdas
Standard term used in business and academic contexts
São Paulo
minimização de perdas
Commonly used in financial and tech sectors
Portugal
minimização de perdas
Standard usage, sometimes referred to as 'redução de perdas' in informal contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

cutting losses
damage control
risk mitigation
stop the bleeding
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