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seniority-based selections

[sə-ˈnir-ə-tē-ˈbāst sə-ˈlek-shənz]
noun
seleções baseadas em antiguidade
1. A selection or appointment process in which candidates are chosen primarily based on their length of service or time spent in a position, organization, or field
The company implemented seniority-based selections for promotions to ensure fairness and reward loyal employees.
A empresa implementou seleções baseadas em antiguidade para promoções, a fim de garantir equidade e recompensar funcionários leais.
2. A hiring or advancement method that prioritizes years of experience or tenure over other qualifications
In union contracts, seniority-based selections often protect workers from arbitrary layoffs.
Em contratos sindicais, as seleções baseadas em antiguidade frequentemente protegem os trabalhadores de demissões arbitrárias.
Synonyms
tenure-based selectionslength-of-service selectionsseniority systemseniority principle
Antonyms
merit-based selectionsperformance-based selectionscompetitive selectionsability-based selections

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
seleções baseadas em antiguidade
Most common usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
seleções por tempo de serviço
Alternative phrasing emphasizing years of service
Portugal
seleções baseadas em senioridade
European Portuguese variant using the English loanword senioridade
Portugal
seleções por antiguidade profissional
More formal/traditional Portuguese phrasing

Related Idioms & Phrases

pay one's dues
climb the ladder
earn one's stripes
time in service
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