reusability

[/ˌriːjuːzəˈbɪləti/]
nounfeminine
reutilizabilidade
1. the quality or capability of being able to be used again or multiple times
The reusability of the software components reduced development time significantly.
A reutilizabilidade dos componentes de software reduziu significativamente o tempo de desenvolvimento.
2. in software engineering, the ability of code or modules to be used in different programs or contexts
Good code design emphasizes reusability to minimize redundancy.
Um bom design de código enfatiza a reutilizabilidade para minimizar redundância.
3. the degree to which a product or material can be reused without significant degradation
The reusability of these containers makes them environmentally friendly.
A reutilizabilidade desses recipientes os torna ecologicamente corretos.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, 'reusability' is primarily a technical and environmental term. It gained prominence in the tech industry with the rise of object-oriented programming and component-based software development. In sustainability discussions across both cultures, it represents an important value in reducing waste and promoting circular economy practices.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
reusablenessrecyclabilitydurabilityversatility
Antonyms / Antônimos
disposabilitynon-recyclabilitysingle-use

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
reutilizabilidade
standard term used in technology and environmental contexts
São Paulo
reutilizabilidade
commonly used in tech companies and software development
Rio de Janeiro
reutilizabilidade
used in environmental and sustainability discussions
Portugal
reutilizabilidade
identical usage; also 'capacidade de reutilização' as alternative phrasing

Related Words

reusablereuserecyclablesustainabilitymodularityportabilitymaintainability

Related Idioms & Phrases

maximize reusability
promote reusability
enhance reusability
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