supplementary operations
[ˌsʌp.lə.ˈmen.tə.ri ˌɑp.əˈreɪ.ʃənz]
nounpl: supplementary operations
operações suplementares
1. Additional or auxiliary operations performed to enhance, complete, or extend the primary function or process
The manufacturing process required supplementary operations to ensure quality standards were met.
O processo de fabricação exigiu operações suplementares para garantir que os padrões de qualidade fossem atendidos.
2. In mathematics and computing, additional calculations or procedures that support or extend primary computational tasks
Supplementary operations in the algorithm improved the accuracy of the results.
As operações suplementares no algoritmo melhoraram a precisão dos resultados.
3. In military or operational contexts, secondary actions taken to support main strategic objectives
The commander ordered supplementary operations to secure the perimeter.
O comandante ordenou operações suplementares para garantir o perímetro.
This term is predominantly used in technical, manufacturing, military, and academic contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. In Brazilian Portuguese corporate environments, 'operações complementares' is often preferred, reflecting the broader usage of 'complementar' in business communications.
Related Idioms & Phrases
go the extra mile with supplementary operations
supplementary operations to round out the process
layer supplementary operations
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