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special access

[SPESH-ul AK-ses]
nounpl: special accesses
acesso especial
1. Permission or authorization to enter, use, or view something that is restricted or not available to the general public
You need special access to enter the VIP section of the nightclub.
Você precisa de acesso especial para entrar na seção VIP da boate.
2. In computing and cybersecurity, elevated privileges or authorization beyond standard user permissions
The administrator has special access to all files on the server.
O administrador tem acesso especial a todos os arquivos do servidor.
3. In government and classified information contexts, clearance to view restricted or confidential materials
Special access programs require top-secret clearance.
Programas de acesso especial exigem autorização de alto segredo.
Synonyms
privileged accessrestricted accessexclusive accesselevated privilegesauthorization
Antonyms
public accessopen accessunrestricted accessdenial of access

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
acesso especial
Standard and most commonly used term
São Paulo
acesso especial
Standard usage in business and technology contexts
Rio de Janeiro
acesso especial
Standard usage, sometimes informally 'acesso VIP'
Portugal
acesso especial
Standard term; may also use 'acesso privilegiado' in technical contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

all-access pass
behind closed doors
behind the scenes
inner circle
VIP treatment
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