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specific purpose
[spɪˈsɪfɪk ˈpɜrpəs]
noun phrase
pl: specific purposes
propósito específico
1.
A clearly defined and particular objective or reason for doing something
This tool was designed for a specific purpose.
Esta ferramenta foi projetada para um propósito específico.
2.
A determined and explicit aim or goal that is distinct from other purposes
The meeting was called for the specific purpose of discussing the budget.
A reunião foi convocada com o propósito específico de discutir o orçamento.
Synonyms
particular purpose
defined objective
explicit aim
determined goal
special purpose
Antonyms
general purpose
vague objective
undefined aim
universal purpose
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
propósito específico
Most common translation in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
finalidade específica
Alternative commonly used in business contexts
Portugal
propósito específico
Standard translation in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
for all intents and purposes
a means to an end
the object of the exercise
with a view to
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