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precise order

[prɪˈsaɪs ˈɔːrdər]
nounpl: precise orders
ordem precisa
1. An exact, detailed, or specific instruction or command that must be followed in a particular sequence or manner
The surgeon gave precise orders to the surgical team before the operation began.
O cirurgião deu ordens precisas à equipe cirúrgica antes da operação começar.
2. A command or directive that leaves no room for interpretation or deviation
The military commander issued precise orders regarding the deployment of troops.
O comandante militar emitiu ordens precisas sobre o deslocamento das tropas.
Synonyms
exact instructionsspecific commandsdetailed directivesclear ordersexplicit instructions
Antonyms
vague instructionsambiguous ordersunclear directivesgeneral guidance

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ordem precisa
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
ordem exata
Alternative phrasing sometimes used
Portugal
ordem precisa
Standard usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow orders to the letter
marching orders
by order of
under orders
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