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stacking

[/ˈstækɪŋ/]
noun/verb (gerund)
empilhamento
1. The action of arranging objects in a pile or heap, one on top of another
The stacking of boxes in the warehouse requires careful planning.
O empilhamento de caixas no armazém requer planejamento cuidadoso.
2. In computing, the arrangement of data in a stack data structure
Stacking is a fundamental concept in computer science.
O empilhamento é um conceito fundamental em ciência da computação.
3. In poker, the practice of stacking chips in organized piles
Proper stacking of chips keeps the game organized.
O empilhamento adequado de fichas mantém o jogo organizado.
4. In fitness, performing multiple exercises consecutively targeting the same muscle group
Stacking exercises can increase muscle fatigue.
O empilhamento de exercícios pode aumentar a fadiga muscular.
Synonyms
pilingheapinglayeringarranging
Antonyms
unpackingdispersingscattering

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
empilhamento
Standard term used across Brazil
São Paulo
empilhamento
Common in business and logistics contexts
Portugal
empilhamento
Also used, though 'amontoado' may be used colloquially

Related Idioms & Phrases

stacking the deck - arranging things unfairly in one's favor
stack the odds - manipulate circumstances to gain advantage
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