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specific locality

[spɪˈsɪfɪk loʊˈkæləti]
nounpl: specific localities
localidade específica
1. A precisely defined geographic location or place with exact boundaries or coordinates
The specific locality of the archaeological site was marked on the map with GPS coordinates.
A localidade específica do sítio arqueológico foi marcada no mapa com coordenadas de GPS.
2. In taxonomy and scientific research, the exact place where a specimen was collected or observed
The museum catalogued each bird specimen with its specific locality and collection date.
O museu catalogou cada espécime de ave com sua localidade específica e data de coleta.
3. A particular area or region designated for a particular purpose or study
The research was conducted at three specific localities across the country.
A pesquisa foi conduzida em três localidades específicas em todo o país.
Synonyms
exact locationprecise placedesignated siteparticular areaspecific location
Antonyms
vague locationgeneral areaundefined place

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
localidade específica
Standard usage in scientific and geographic contexts
Portugal
localidade específica
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese
General Brazilian
sítio específico
Alternative, more colloquial usage
Portugal
local específico
Alternative usage, slightly more formal

Related Idioms & Phrases

pin down a specific locality
at a specific locality
narrow down to a specific locality
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