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shifting angle

[ˈʃɪftɪŋ ˈæŋɡəl]
nounpl: shifting angles
ângulo variável
1. An angle that changes or varies in position, direction, or measurement over time
The photographer adjusted the camera's shifting angle to capture the best light.
O fotógrafo ajustou o ângulo variável da câmera para capturar a melhor iluminação.
2. In mathematics or engineering, an angle that is not constant and changes based on conditions or variables
The shifting angle of the solar panel maximizes energy collection throughout the day.
O ângulo variável do painel solar maximiza a coleta de energia ao longo do dia.
3. A perspective or viewpoint that changes or is unstable
His shifting angle on the political issue made it difficult to know his true position.
Seu ângulo variável sobre a questão política tornou difícil conhecer sua posição verdadeira.
Synonyms
variable anglechanging angledynamic angleadjustable angle
Antonyms
fixed angleconstant anglestatic angleunchanging angle

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
ângulo variável
Most common term in technical and scientific contexts
São Paulo
ângulo móvel
Alternative used in engineering and mechanical contexts
Portugal
ângulo mutável
Formal alternative in Portuguese European Portuguese
General Technical
ângulo ajustável
Used when emphasis is on adjustment capability

Related Idioms & Phrases

change one's angle
look at something from a different angle
working angle
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