maximum depth

[/ˈmæksɪməm dɛpθ/]
noun phrasepl: maximum depths
profundidade máxima
1. the greatest or deepest distance measured vertically downward from a surface or reference point
The maximum depth of this swimming pool is 3 meters.
A profundidade máxima desta piscina é de 3 metros.
2. in diving or underwater activities, the lowest safe altitude or depth that can be reached
The diver's maximum depth was 40 meters below sea level.
A profundidade máxima do mergulhador foi de 40 metros abaixo do nível do mar.
3. in technical or mechanical contexts, the lowest operational limit
The submarine's maximum depth is classified information.
A profundidade máxima do submarino é informação classificada.
This term is commonly used in Brazilian maritime culture, diving communities, and technical specifications. In Portugal and Brazil, it maintains the same formal usage in scientific, engineering, and recreational contexts. The phrase is particularly important in safety regulations for swimming facilities and diving operations in both countries.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
deepest pointgreatest depthmaximum extent downwardlowest point
Antonyms / Antônimos
minimum depthshallow depthsurface level

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
profundidade máxima
standard usage across Brazil
Portugal
profundidade máxima
identical standard usage
Technical/Scientific
profundidade máxima operacional
used in engineering and diving contexts

Related Words

depthprofundidadediving depthunderwater pressuresubmersion

Related Idioms & Phrases

plumb the depths
explore to the maximum depth
reach one's maximum depth
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