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precise heading

[prɪˈsaɪs ˈhɛdɪŋ]
nounpl: precise headings
rumo preciso
1. An exact direction or course, typically measured in degrees, used in navigation, aviation, or surveying
The pilot maintained a precise heading of 180 degrees south.
O piloto manteve um rumo preciso de 180 graus para o sul.
2. A specific and accurate directional bearing or trajectory
The ship adjusted its precise heading to avoid the storm.
O navio ajustou seu rumo preciso para evitar a tempestade.
Synonyms
exact headingaccurate coursespecific bearingprecise courseexact bearing
Antonyms
vague headingapproximate directionimprecise course

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rumo preciso
Standard term used in aviation and maritime contexts
Portugal
rumo exacto
Uses 'exacto' instead of 'preciso'; common in nautical terminology
Technical/Aviation
proa precisa
Alternative nautical term in Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay on course
keep your bearings
maintain heading
set a course
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