1. A decrease in the ability to perform functions, produce output, or maintain normal operational levels
The factory experienced a capacity reduction due to equipment failure.
A fábrica experimentou uma redução de capacidade devido à falha do equipamento.
2. In legal or medical contexts, the diminishment of a person's mental or physical ability to execute tasks or make decisions
The court determined a capacity reduction that required a legal guardian.
O tribunal determinou uma redução de capacidade que exigiu um tutor legal.
3. In business, a decrease in production capability or workforce efficiency
The pandemic caused a significant capacity reduction in manufacturing.
A pandemia causou uma redução significativa de capacidade na manufatura.