specific method

[spɪˈsɪfɪk ˈmɛθəd]
noun phrasepl: specific methods
método específico
1. A particular, clearly defined procedure or technique designed for a particular purpose or situation
The researcher used a specific method to analyze the data collected from the survey.
O pesquisador utilizou um método específico para analisar os dados coletados da pesquisa.
2. A predetermined set of steps or processes that is tailored to achieve a particular goal or outcome
Each department must follow a specific method for handling customer complaints.
Cada departamento deve seguir um método específico para lidar com reclamações de clientes.
3. In technical or scientific contexts, a standardized procedure that is precisely defined and reproducible
The laboratory requires adherence to a specific method for all chemical experiments.
O laboratório exige a adesão a um método específico para todos os experimentos químicos.
The term 'specific method' is widely used in both Brazilian and American professional, academic, and technical contexts. In Brazil, it appears frequently in educational materials, corporate documentation, and scientific publications. The phrase emphasizes precision and standardization, reflecting a preference for documented and reproducible procedures in formal settings.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
particular methoddefined procedurespecific proceduretargeted approachspecific technique
Antonyms / Antônimos
general approachvague methodrandom procedureunstructured approach

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
método específico
Standard usage across Brazil in academic and professional contexts
São Paulo
método específico
Common in business and corporate environments
Rio de Janeiro
método específico
Used in academic and research settings
Portugal
método específico
Identical usage; no regional variation

Related Words

methodologyproceduretechniqueprocessprotocolsystematic approach

Related Idioms & Phrases

follow a specific method
adhere to a specific method
develop a specific method
implement a specific method
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