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segmented thread

[SEG-men-tid thred]
nounpl: segmented threads
fio segmentado
1. A thread divided into distinct sections or segments, often used in sewing, embroidery, or textile applications where different colored or textured sections are joined together
The segmented thread allowed the embroiderer to create multicolored designs without changing threads.
O fio segmentado permitiu à bordadeira criar desenhos multicoloridos sem trocar de fio.
2. In computing or programming, a thread of execution that is divided into separate, manageable portions or phases
The processor managed the segmented thread to optimize performance across multiple cores.
O processador gerenciou o fio segmentado para otimizar o desempenho entre vários núcleos.
Synonyms
multicolored threadvariegated threaddivided threadsectioned thread
Antonyms
solid threaduniform threadcontinuous thread

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fio segmentado
Standard term used in textile and sewing contexts
Portugal
fio segmentado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; also used in technical/computing contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

thread the needle with segmented thread
work with segmented threads
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