prescriptive section
[/prɪˈskrɪptɪv ˈsɛkʃən/]
nounpl: prescriptive sections
seção prescritiva
1. A part of a legal document, regulation, or standard that establishes rules, requirements, or procedures that must be followed; a portion that dictates what should or must be done rather than merely describing what is
The prescriptive section of the building code specifies the minimum fire safety requirements for all commercial structures.
A seção prescritiva do código de construção especifica os requisitos mínimos de segurança contra incêndio para todas as estruturas comerciais.
2. In academic or technical writing, a section that provides mandatory guidelines, standards, or rules of conduct
The prescriptive section of the grammar manual outlines the correct usage of semicolons.
A seção prescritiva do manual de gramática descreve o uso correto de ponto e vírgula.
This term is primarily used in legal, regulatory, and technical contexts in both Brazil and the United States. It is particularly important in discussions of compliance, standards, and formal requirements. Brazilian organizations and regulatory bodies frequently reference 'seções prescritivas' in official documents, while in the USA it is common in construction codes, environmental regulations, and corporate policies.
Related Idioms & Phrases
comply with the prescriptive section
follow prescriptive guidelines
within the prescriptive framework
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