maximum path

[ˈmæksɪməm pæθ]
nounpl: maximum paths
caminho máximo
1. In graph theory and computer science, the path between two vertices that has the greatest total weight or length
The algorithm finds the maximum path from the source node to the destination node.
O algoritmo encontra o caminho máximo do nó de origem para o nó de destino.
2. A route or sequence of steps that yields the highest possible cumulative value or distance
The maximum path through the network optimizes the total bandwidth usage.
O caminho máximo através da rede otimiza o uso total de largura de banda.
This is a specialized technical term primarily used in academic and professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in computer science, mathematics, and operations research fields. It has no colloquial usage in everyday Portuguese or English.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
longest pathoptimal pathheaviest path
Antonyms / Antônimos
minimum pathshortest path

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
caminho máximo
Standard technical term used in computer science and mathematics
Portugal
caminho máximo
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese in technical contexts
USA Technical
maximum path
Commonly used in computer science, algorithms, and optimization literature

Related Words

graph theorypath findingalgorithmoptimizationweighted graph

Related Idioms & Phrases

find the maximum path
calculate the maximum path
traverse the maximum path
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