nounfemininepl: matrices / matrixes
matriz
1. An environment or material in which something develops; a surrounding medium or structure
The cultural matrix of the society shaped individual values.
A matriz cultural da sociedade moldou os valores individuais.
2. In mathematics, a rectangular array of numbers, symbols, or expressions arranged in rows and columns
The student calculated the determinant of a 3x3 matrix.
A aluna calculou o determinante de uma matriz 3x3.
3. In biology, the substance between cells in connective tissue
The extracellular matrix provides structural support to tissues.
A matriz extracelular fornece suporte estrutural aos tecidos.
4. In geology, the fine-grained material in which larger grains or crystals are embedded
The gemstone was embedded in a rocky matrix.
A gema estava embutida em uma matriz rochosa.
5. In printing, a mold or die used to shape material
The metal matrix was used to create identical copies.
A matriz metálica foi usada para criar cópias idênticas.
6. A source or origin; something from which something else originates
Language is the matrix of human thought.
A linguagem é a matriz do pensamento humano.
In Brazil, 'matriz' is the standard academic and technical term used in mathematics, biology, and geology. In Portuguese culture, 'Igreja Matriz' refers to the main church of a parish. The term has gained popular cultural significance through the 1999 film 'The Matrix,' where Portuguese speakers use 'a Matriz' to refer to the simulated reality. In business contexts, 'matriz' refers to the parent company or headquarters.
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