multi-element name
[/ˈmʌl.ti ˈɛl.ə.mənt neɪm/]
nounpl: multi-element names
nome de múltiplos elementos
1. A personal name composed of two or more distinct parts or components, such as given names and surnames
Maria da Silva is a multi-element name common in Brazil.
Maria da Silva é um nome de múltiplos elementos comum no Brasil.
2. In chemistry or scientific nomenclature, a compound name containing multiple constituent parts or identifiers
The multi-element name describes the complex structure of the molecule.
O nome de múltiplos elementos descreve a estrutura complexa da molécula.
3. In data processing or systems, a naming convention that incorporates several distinct fields or categories
The database uses a multi-element name format for better organization.
O banco de dados utiliza um formato de nome de múltiplos elementos para melhor organização.
In Brazilian culture, multi-element names are extremely common, especially among women who retain maiden names (hyphenated or with 'da'/'de' particles). Portuguese naming traditions heavily influence Brazilian practice, where individuals often carry multiple given names and complex surname combinations reflecting family heritage. This contrasts with English-speaking countries where simpler naming conventions are more typical.
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