shift operation

[/ʃɪft ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: shift operations
operação de deslocamento
1. A bitwise operation in computer science that moves the bits of a number left or right, filling the vacated positions with zeros or sign extension
The left shift operation multiplies the number by two.
A operação de deslocamento à esquerda multiplica o número por dois.
2. A work schedule where employees rotate between different time periods (morning, afternoon, night shifts)
The factory runs on a shift operation basis with three teams working 24/7.
A fábrica funciona em base de operação de turnos com três equipes trabalhando 24 horas por dia.
3. The act of changing or rotating work schedules in a workplace
Efficient shift operation management is crucial for productivity.
O gerenciamento eficiente de operação de turnos é crucial para a produtividade.
In Brazil, shift operations are common in manufacturing, healthcare, and 24-hour service industries. The term 'operação de deslocamento' in computing contexts is universal across Portuguese-speaking countries, while 'operação de turno' or 'trabalho por turnos' emphasizes the labor aspect more commonly discussed in HR and workplace management settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
bit shiftbitwise shiftshift rotationwork rotationshift schedule
Antonyms / Antônimos
static schedulefixed timetable

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
operação de deslocamento; operação de turno
Used in both computing and labor contexts
Portugal
operação de mudança; trabalho por turnos
More formal; Portuguese speakers may prefer 'trabalho por turnos' for work schedules
Technical/Computing
deslocamento de bits
Specifically used in programming and computer science contexts across both countries

Related Words

left shiftright shiftarithmetic shiftlogical shiftrotating shiftshift work

Related Idioms & Phrases

shift work
on shift
shift change
shift pattern
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