spatial data

[ˈspeɪʃəl ˈdeɪtə]
noun
dados espaciais
1. Information or datasets that describe the geographic location and characteristics of objects, features, or phenomena on Earth's surface or in space
The urban planning team analyzed spatial data to identify optimal locations for new public parks.
A equipe de planejamento urbano analisou dados espaciais para identificar localizações ideais para novos parques públicos.
2. Geospatial information represented in digital format, typically including coordinates, geometry, and associated attributes
Satellite imagery provides valuable spatial data for monitoring environmental changes.
As imagens de satélite fornecem dados espaciais valiosos para monitorar mudanças ambientais.
3. Information indexed or organized according to geographic location or spatial relationships
The GIS system processes spatial data to create detailed maps of population distribution.
O sistema de GIS processa dados espaciais para criar mapas detalhados da distribuição populacional.
In Brazil, the term 'dados espaciais' is predominantly used in academic, technological, and governmental sectors involved in urban planning, environmental monitoring, and geographic research. The related term 'geoespacial' has gained prominence with the growth of GIS technology and satellite imagery applications. In the USA and internationally, spatial data is fundamental to fields like urban development, environmental science, and technology companies specializing in mapping and location services.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
geospatial datageographic datalocation-based datageodata
Antonyms / Antônimos
aspatial datanon-geographic datatemporal data (when contrasted)

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
dados espaciais
Standard term used in academic, technical, and professional contexts
São Paulo
dados geoespaciais
More technical variant commonly used in engineering and tech companies
Rio de Janeiro
dados espaciais
Standard usage in universities and research institutions
Portugal
dados espaciais or dados geográficos
Both terms used interchangeably; 'dados geográficos' slightly more common in Portugal

Related Words

GIS (Geographic Information System)coordinatescartographyremote sensinggeolocationmappingtopologygeocoding

Related Idioms & Phrases

spatial analysis
spatial relationships
spatial resolution
spatial distribution
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