surveillance camera
[/sərˈveɪ.ləns ˈkæm.ər.ə/]
nounfemininepl: surveillance cameras
câmera de vigilância
1. A video camera used to monitor and record activities in a specific area for security purposes
The surveillance camera captured the robbery on video.
A câmera de vigilância capturou o roubo em vídeo.
2. A fixed or mobile camera system designed to observe public or private spaces continuously
New surveillance cameras were installed in the parking lot for safety.
Novas câmeras de vigilância foram instaladas no estacionamento para segurança.
In Brazil, surveillance cameras have become increasingly common in urban areas, shopping centers, and public transportation due to security concerns. The term 'câmera de vigilância' is widely understood and used in everyday conversation. In the USA, particularly in NYC, surveillance cameras are ubiquitous in both public and private spaces, reflecting concerns about crime prevention and public safety. The cultural attitude toward surveillance varies significantly between the two countries and regions within them.
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