outdated modification

[ˌaʊtˈdeɪtɪd ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
noun phrasepl: outdated modifications
modificação obsoleta
1. An alteration, change, or adjustment to something that is no longer current, relevant, or functional; a modification based on outdated standards or technology
The software's outdated modifications made it incompatible with modern operating systems.
As modificações obsoletas do software o tornaram incompatível com sistemas operacionais modernos.
2. A change or improvement made to a product or system that uses deprecated methods or superseded technology
That outdated modification to the engine reduced its efficiency compared to newer models.
Essa modificação obsoleta do motor reduziu sua eficiência em comparação com modelos mais novos.
In Brazilian tech culture, discussing 'modificações obsoletas' is common when dealing with legacy systems and technical debt. In the USA, this term is frequently used in software development and manufacturing contexts. The phrase reflects both cultures' emphasis on modernization and innovation in technical fields.
NYC Slang
busted-up mod (slang), old-school tweak
Synonyms / Sinônimos
obsolete modificationdeprecated alterationarchaic changeoutdated alterationsuperseded modification
Antonyms / Antônimos
modern modificationcurrent alterationup-to-date changecontemporary modificationcutting-edge alteration

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
modificação obsoleta
Standard usage in technical and general contexts
São Paulo (Technical)
modificação ultrapassada
Common in tech industry and business settings
Rio de Janeiro
modificação desatualizada
More informal variant used in casual conversation
Portugal
modificação desatualizada
Preferred in European Portuguese; 'obsoleta' also acceptable

Related Words

obsolescencedeprecationlegacy systembackward compatibilitymodernizationupdateupgraderenovation

Related Idioms & Phrases

beating a dead horse (making outdated modifications)
stuck in the past
living in the Stone Age
out of step with the times
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