single query
[ˈsɪŋɡəl ˈkwɪri]
nounpl: single queries
consulta única
1. A single request for information or data, typically made to a database, search engine, or system
The database processed a single query in milliseconds.
O banco de dados processou uma consulta única em milissegundos.
2. One standalone question or inquiry, as opposed to multiple questions
I have a single query about the project deadline.
Tenho uma consulta única sobre o prazo do projeto.
3. In computing, a command or statement that retrieves data from a database in one operation
The system can handle a single query with up to 10 million records.
O sistema pode processar uma consulta única com até 10 milhões de registros.
This term is predominantly used in technical and professional contexts in both Brazil and the USA, particularly in IT, databases, and customer service sectors. In Brazil, it is commonly used in companies with strong tech presence (São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro). The phrase reflects modern business communication where efficiency and specificity are valued.
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