peripheral features
[pəˈrɪfərəl ˈfiːtʃərz]
nounpl: peripheral features
características periféricas
1. Secondary or less important characteristics, qualities, or elements that are not central to the main function or purpose of something
The car's peripheral features like leather seats and a sunroof are nice but not essential.
As características periféricas do carro, como assentos de couro e teto solar, são agradáveis mas não essenciais.
2. In cognitive psychology and linguistics, non-core features of concepts or categories that are not necessary for definition but often associated with them
Feathers are peripheral features of the concept 'bird', while wings are more central.
Penas são características periféricas do conceito 'pássaro', enquanto asas são mais centrais.
3. In computing and technology, supplementary hardware or software functionalities that enhance but are not critical to core operations
The software's peripheral features include themes and plugins that users can customize.
As características periféricas do software incluem temas e plugins que os usuários podem personalizar.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, this term is frequently used in marketing and product development to distinguish between essential features and those that enhance user experience but are not necessary. In Brazil, it's common in tech and automotive industries. The concept reflects consumer culture's emphasis on distinguishing core value from supplementary benefits.
NYC Slang
the bells and whistles; the extras
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