orthodox sections
[/ˈɔːrθədɑːks ˈsɛkʃənz/]
noun
seções ortodoxas
1. Portions or divisions that adhere strictly to traditional, established, or conventional practices, beliefs, or doctrines
The orthodox sections of the church maintained traditional liturgical practices.
As seções ortodoxas da igreja mantinham práticas litúrgicas tradicionais.
2. In academic or institutional contexts, subdivisions that follow conventional or standardized methodologies
The orthodox sections of the research adhered to classical experimental design.
As seções ortodoxas da pesquisa seguiram o desenho experimental clássico.
3. Areas or groups within a larger organization that resist progressive or reformist changes
The orthodox sections opposed the modernization of the institution.
As seções ortodoxas se opuseram à modernização da instituição.
This term is primarily used in religious, academic, and institutional contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, it often appears in discussions about religious denominations, particularly regarding the Orthodox Catholic Church and traditional Catholic practices. In academic settings, it denotes adherence to established methodologies rather than experimental or innovative approaches.
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