malleable materials
[mə-ˈlē-ə-bəl mə-ˈtir-ē-əlz]
noun phrasepl: malleable materials
materiais maleáveis
1. Substances or matter that can be shaped, bent, or extended without breaking when subjected to pressure or force
Gold and copper are excellent examples of malleable materials used in jewelry making.
Ouro e cobre são exemplos excelentes de materiais maleáveis usados na fabricação de joias.
2. Materials capable of being adapted or modified to fit different purposes or circumstances
Plastics are malleable materials that can be molded into various shapes for industrial applications.
Plásticos são materiais maleáveis que podem ser moldados em várias formas para aplicações industriais.
3. In a figurative sense, ideas or concepts that are flexible and open to change or interpretation
The artist works with malleable materials to express her creative vision in sculpture.
A artista trabalha com materiais maleáveis para expressar sua visão criativa em escultura.
The term 'malleable materials' is primarily used in technical, educational, and scientific contexts in both American and Brazilian cultures. In Brazil, it's particularly important in the context of industrial manufacturing and artisanal crafts like metalworking and sculpture. The concept reflects both practical engineering knowledge and artistic expression valued in contemporary art and design industries.
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