non-repeatable task

[nɑːn-ˈrɛpitəbəl tæsk]
nounpl: non-repeatable tasks
tarefa não repetível
1. A task or job that can only be performed once or cannot be executed again in the same manner due to its unique circumstances, conditions, or one-time nature
Launching a spacecraft is a non-repeatable task for that specific mission.
Lançar uma nave espacial é uma tarefa não repetível para aquela missão específica.
2. In computing and databases, an operation that cannot be safely repeated without causing undesired effects or data inconsistency
A non-repeatable task in the transaction must be carefully logged to prevent system errors.
Uma tarefa não repetível na transação deve ser cuidadosamente registrada para evitar erros no sistema.
This term is primarily used in technical, business, and scientific contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazilian Portuguese, it's commonly employed in IT departments and project management settings. The concept is particularly important in database management, software development, and operational planning where distinguishing between tasks that can be repeated versus those that cannot is critical for system reliability and data integrity.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
one-time taskunrepeatable tasksingle-occurrence taskunique tasktarefa única
Antonyms / Antônimos
repeatable taskrecurring tasktarefa repetíveltarefa recorrente

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
tarefa não repetível
Standard term used in business and IT contexts
São Paulo
tarefa não repetível / tarefa única
Commonly used in corporate and tech environments
Rio de Janeiro
tarefa não repetível
Standard usage, sometimes simplified to 'tarefa única'
Portugal
tarefa não repetível / tarefa que não se repete
Portuguese uses slightly more descriptive phrasing

Related Words

idempotent operationtask automationtransaction integritydata consistencyoperação idempotenteintegridade transacional

Related Idioms & Phrases

a one-shot deal
it's now or never
tudo ou nada
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