simultaneous contact
[ˌsɪməlˈteɪniəs ˈkɑːntækt]
nounpl: simultaneous contacts
contato simultâneo
1. The occurrence of two or more things touching, connecting, or communicating at exactly the same moment in time
The simultaneous contact of both hands on the keyboard improved typing speed.
O contato simultâneo de ambas as mãos no teclado melhorou a velocidade de digitação.
2. In telecommunications or networking, the connection between multiple parties or devices occurring at the identical time
The system allows simultaneous contact with multiple users in the conference call.
O sistema permite contato simultâneo com vários usuários na chamada de conferência.
3. In sports or physical activities, touching or making contact with an object or opponent at the same instant
The simultaneous contact between both players caused the ball to bounce unpredictably.
O contato simultâneo entre os dois jogadores fez a bola quicar de forma imprevisível.
This term is primarily used in technical, telecommunications, and sports contexts in both Brazilian Portuguese and English. In Brazil, it's common in IT and business communications, while in the USA it appears frequently in tech industry jargon and telecommunications documentation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
make simultaneous contact
establish simultaneous contact
lose simultaneous contact
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