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mixed sections

[/ˈmɪkst ˈsɛkʃənz/]
noun
seções mistas
1. Areas or divisions that contain a combination of different types, groups, or categories
The library has mixed sections for both fiction and non-fiction books.
A biblioteca tem seções mistas para livros de ficção e não-ficção.
2. In sports or competitions, areas designated for participants of different genders or skill levels
The swimming pool has mixed sections for families during weekend afternoons.
A piscina tem seções mistas para famílias durante as tardes de fim de semana.
3. In educational or institutional contexts, divisions that combine different subjects or disciplines
The university offers mixed sections combining science and humanities courses.
A universidade oferece seções mistas combinando cursos de ciências e humanidades.
Synonyms
combined sectionsintegrated sectionscomposite sectionshybrid sections
Antonyms
separate sectionssegregated sectionsdistinct sectionsdivided sections

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seções mistas
most common usage
Rio de Janeiro
seções mistas
standard usage
São Paulo
seções mistas
standard usage
Portugal
secções mistas
European Portuguese spelling variant

Related Idioms & Phrases

mixed bag
cross-section
all mixed up
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