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proper course

[ˈprɒpər kɔːrs]
nounpl: proper courses
rumo apropriado
1. In nautical law, the course a vessel is legally required to follow under collision avoidance regulations
The ship maintained its proper course despite the approaching vessel.
O navio manteve seu rumo apropriado apesar do navio que se aproximava.
2. The correct or appropriate direction or procedure to follow in any situation
The government must stay on its proper course to achieve economic stability.
O governo deve manter seu rumo apropriado para alcançar a estabilidade econômica.
Synonyms
correct courseright courseappropriate directionintended course
Antonyms
improper coursewrong directiondeviation

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
rumo apropriado
Standard usage in nautical and general contexts
Portugal
rumo adequado
Preferred in European Portuguese
General
curso apropriado
Used in figurative or abstract contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay the course
chart a course
set a course
on the right track
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