structured collection
[/ˈstrʌk.tʃərd kəˈlek.ʃən/]
nounpl: structured collections
coleção estruturada
1. An organized grouping of items, data, or objects arranged according to a specific system, hierarchy, or logical pattern
The museum's structured collection of artifacts is organized by historical period and geographical region.
A coleção estruturada de artefatos do museu é organizada por período histórico e região geográfica.
2. In computing and data management, a set of data elements organized in a predetermined format with defined relationships and rules
The database uses a structured collection to store employee information with consistent fields and validation rules.
O banco de dados usa uma coleção estruturada para armazenar informações de funcionários com campos consistentes e regras de validação.
3. A curated assemblage of items following a systematic arrangement for preservation, display, or analysis
The library maintains a structured collection of rare books categorized by subject and publication date.
A biblioteca mantém uma coleção estruturada de livros raros categorizados por assunto e data de publicação.
The term is widely used in Brazilian and international contexts within libraries, museums, databases, and corporate environments. In Brazil, 'coleção estruturada' is the preferred technical term in IT and archival fields, while 'acervo organizado' is commonly used in cultural institutions. The concept reflects modern institutional practices of data management and preservation.
Related Idioms & Phrases
well-organized collection
properly catalogued collection
methodically arranged assembly
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