perpendicular segment
[/ˌpɜrpənˈdɪkjələr ˈsɛɡmənt/]
nounpl: perpendicular segments
segmento perpendicular
1. A line segment that meets another line or surface at a right angle (90 degrees)
In geometry, a perpendicular segment from a vertex to the opposite side of a triangle is called the height or altitude.
Em geometria, um segmento perpendicular de um vértice para o lado oposto de um triângulo é chamado de altura ou altitude.
2. The shortest distance between a point and a line, represented as a line segment
The perpendicular segment from the point to the line measures 5 centimeters.
O segmento perpendicular do ponto até a linha mede 5 centímetros.
3. A segment that forms a 90-degree angle with another geometric figure
The architect drew a perpendicular segment to establish the foundation's exact position.
O arquiteto desenhou um segmento perpendicular para estabelecer a posição exata da fundação.
This is a mathematical and technical term used consistently across English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries in academic, engineering, and architectural contexts. The term is neutral and formal, primarily appearing in educational materials, technical drawings, and professional documentation.
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