multiple instance

[ˈmʌltɪpəl ˈɪnstəns]
nounpl: multiple instances
múltiplas instâncias
1. The occurrence or existence of more than one copy, version, or example of something at the same time or in the same system
The software supports multiple instances running simultaneously on the same server.
O software suporta múltiplas instâncias executando simultaneamente no mesmo servidor.
2. In computing, the ability to run several independent copies of an application or process concurrently
Each user can open multiple instances of the application without conflicts.
Cada usuário pode abrir múltiplas instâncias do aplicativo sem conflitos.
3. In business processes, the simultaneous or repeated execution of the same workflow or procedure
The system handles multiple instances of the payment workflow in parallel.
O sistema gerencia múltiplas instâncias do fluxo de pagamento em paralelo.
This is primarily technical terminology used in software development, IT operations, and business process management. It is widely understood in Brazilian tech companies and international software development teams. The term reflects the growing importance of cloud computing, microservices, and concurrent processing in modern software architecture.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
multiple copiesconcurrent instancesmultiple occurrencesrepeated instancesparallel instances
Antonyms / Antônimos
single instanceunique instancesole instance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
múltiplas instâncias
Standard term used in IT and business contexts throughout Brazil
São Paulo
múltiplas instâncias
Commonly used in tech industry and corporate environments
Portugal
múltiplas instâncias
Equivalent term used in Portuguese tech and business sectors; sometimes 'várias instâncias'
General English (USA)
multiple instances
Standard technical terminology in software development and IT operations

Related Words

instanceinstantiationprocessconcurrent executionparallel processingapplication instanceworkflow instance

Related Idioms & Phrases

running multiple instances
spawning multiple instances
managing multiple instances
multiple instances of failure
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