minimal section
[/ˈmɪnɪməl ˈsɛkʃən/]
nounpl: minimal sections
seção mínima
1. In mathematics and geometry, the smallest cross-sectional area of a three-dimensional object, or the subset of a set that contains no proper subset
The minimal section of the cylinder was calculated by taking a perpendicular cut through its center.
A seção mínima do cilindro foi calculada fazendo um corte perpendicular através de seu centro.
2. In software engineering and data management, the smallest unit or segment of data or code required for a complete function
The developer focused on creating a minimal section of code to test the core functionality.
O desenvolvedor se concentrou em criar uma seção mínima de código para testar a funcionalidade central.
3. In law and administration, the smallest required division or portion of a document, property, or jurisdiction
The zoning board approved the subdivision into minimal sections to accommodate the new development.
A junta de zoneamento aprovou a subdivisão em seções mínimas para acomodar o novo desenvolvimento.
This is primarily a technical and academic term used in mathematics, engineering, and software development across both Brazil and the USA. It is not colloquial and carries the same meaning in both regions, though European Portuguese maintains the traditional spelling 'secção' instead of 'seção'.
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