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see-through structure

[/siː θruː ˈstrʌktʃər/]
nounpl: see-through structures
estrutura transparente
1. A building or structural framework made primarily of transparent or translucent materials, allowing visibility through the structure
The see-through structure of the modern glass building provides natural light to all floors.
A estrutura transparente do edifício de vidro moderno fornece luz natural a todos os andares.
2. In fashion, a garment or piece of clothing that is partially or fully transparent, revealing what is underneath
She wore a see-through structure over her dress at the fashion show.
Ela usava uma estrutura transparente sobre seu vestido no desfile de moda.
3. Any system or organization with clear internal mechanisms and operations that are easily understood or visible
The company aims for a see-through structure in its management to build trust with employees.
A empresa visa uma estrutura transparente em sua gestão para construir confiança com os funcionários.
Synonyms
transparent structuretranslucent structureclear structureglass structure
Antonyms
opaque structuresolid structureconcealed structure

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
estrutura transparente
Most commonly used term across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
estrutura de vidro transparente
Often emphasizes glass component
São Paulo
estrutura translúcida
Technical/architectural preference in formal contexts
Portugal
estrutura transparente
Standard usage, sometimes 'estrutura de vidro'

Related Idioms & Phrases

glass house
crystal clear
open book
wearing your heart on your sleeve
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