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modular structure

[ˈmɒdjələr ˈstrʌktʃər]
nounpl: modular structures
estrutura modular
1. A design or organization consisting of separate, independent units (modules) that can be combined or arranged in various ways
The software's modular structure allows developers to update individual components without affecting the entire system.
A estrutura modular do software permite que os desenvolvedores atualizem componentes individuais sem afetar todo o sistema.
2. An architectural or physical arrangement where a building or object is composed of prefabricated, interchangeable units
The new housing development uses a modular structure to reduce construction time and costs.
O novo empreendimento imobiliário usa uma estrutura modular para reduzir o tempo e os custos de construção.
3. In systems or organizations, a hierarchical arrangement where functional units operate semi-independently
The company reorganized its operations into a modular structure to improve efficiency.
A empresa reorganizou suas operações em uma estrutura modular para melhorar a eficiência.
Synonyms
modular designmodular architecturecomponent-based structuresegmented structurecomposite structure
Antonyms
monolithic structureintegrated structureunified structurenon-modular design

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura modular
Standard term used across Brazil in technical and architectural contexts
São Paulo
estrutura modular
Common in business and technology sectors
Rio de Janeiro
estrutura modular
Standard usage in engineering and construction
Portugal
estrutura modular
Standard term used in European Portuguese, particularly in IT and engineering

Related Idioms & Phrases

building block approach
mix and match design
plug-and-play architecture
divide and conquer strategy
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