scattered features
[ˈskætərd ˈfiːtʃərz]
noun phrase
características dispersas
1. Individual or isolated characteristics, elements, or qualities that are spread out or distributed irregularly across a space, object, or subject
The landscape had scattered features such as isolated trees and rocky outcrops.
A paisagem tinha características dispersas como árvores isoladas e afloramentos rochosos.
2. In computing or design, fragmented or non-contiguous attributes or components that are not unified or clustered
The user interface contained scattered features that made navigation confusing.
A interface do usuário continha características dispersas que tornavam a navegação confusa.
3. In geography or urban planning, buildings, facilities, or landmarks that are spread apart rather than concentrated
The town's scattered features meant residents had to travel long distances for services.
As características dispersas da cidade significavam que os residentes tinham que viajar longas distâncias pelos serviços.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'características dispersas' is commonly used in technical, architectural, and geographical contexts. The term reflects a practical concern in urban planning and design, where scattered features often represent inefficiency or lack of organization. In American English, the phrase is frequent in geographic information systems (GIS), urban studies, and user experience design discussions.
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