non-overlapping sets

[/nɑːn ˌoʊvərˈlæpɪŋ sɛts/]
nounpl: non-overlapping sets
conjuntos disjuntos
1. Two or more sets that have no elements in common; sets whose intersection is empty
The sets {1, 2, 3} and {4, 5, 6} are non-overlapping sets because they share no common elements.
Os conjuntos {1, 2, 3} e {4, 5, 6} são conjuntos disjuntos porque não compartilham elementos comuns.
2. In mathematics and logic, sets where the intersection equals the empty set (∅)
When organizing data, non-overlapping sets ensure that each item belongs to exactly one category.
Ao organizar dados, os conjuntos disjuntos garantem que cada item pertença a exatamente uma categoria.
This is primarily a mathematical and academic term used in both Brazilian and Portuguese education systems. It appears frequently in set theory, probability, and data science courses. In practical applications, the concept helps in data organization, classification systems, and logical partitioning. The term is highly standardized across both American and Portuguese-speaking academic communities.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
disjoint setsmutually exclusive setsnon-intersecting sets
Antonyms / Antônimos
overlapping setsintersecting setsintersecting subsets

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
conjuntos disjuntos
Most common term in mathematics education and textbooks
General Brazilian Portuguese
conjuntos sem interseção
Alternative descriptive term emphasizing the absence of intersection
Portugal
conjuntos disjuntos
Same terminology as Brazil; standard mathematical term
Portugal
conjuntos mutuamente exclusivos
Used in probability and statistics contexts

Related Words

set theoryintersectionunionempty setpartitionVenn diagram

Related Idioms & Phrases

no common ground (figurative usage)
completely separate (descriptive phrase)
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