semantic integration
[sə-ˈman-tik ˌin-tə-ˈɡrā-shən]
nounfemininepl: semantic integrations / integrações semânticas
integração semântica
1. The process of combining or unifying meanings, concepts, or information from different sources into a coherent whole, often in linguistics, cognitive science, or database systems
The semantic integration of multiple data sources allowed the system to provide more accurate search results.
A integração semântica de múltiplas fontes de dados permitiu que o sistema fornecesse resultados de pesquisa mais precisos.
2. In cognitive psychology, the mental process of merging different meanings or concepts to form a unified understanding
Semantic integration occurs when readers connect new information with their existing knowledge.
A integração semântica ocorre quando os leitores conectam informações novas com seu conhecimento existente.
3. In artificial intelligence and natural language processing, the linking of word meanings and contextual information to improve comprehension
Semantic integration in NLP systems helps resolve ambiguities in language understanding.
A integração semântica em sistemas de PNL ajuda a resolver ambiguidades na compreensão da linguagem.
Semantic integration is primarily a technical and academic term used in both Brazilian and American English-speaking contexts. It's particularly prevalent in technology sectors, linguistics departments, and AI research communities. In Brazil, it's widely used in software development companies and academic institutions, especially in São Paulo's tech industry. The term reflects the globalized nature of computational linguistics and cognitive science research.
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