technical term
[ˈtɛknɪkəl tɜːrm]
nounpl: technical terms
termo técnico
1. A word or phrase that has a specific meaning within a particular field, profession, or discipline, often specialized and not commonly used in everyday language.
In medicine, 'hypertension' is a technical term for high blood pressure.
Na medicina, 'hipertensão' é um termo técnico para pressão arterial elevada.
2. Specialized vocabulary used by professionals or experts in a specific industry or subject area.
The software developer used many technical terms that the client didn't understand.
O desenvolvedor de software usou muitos termos técnicos que o cliente não compreendeu.
Technical terms are essential in professional and academic contexts in both Brazilian and American English. In Brazil, the use of technical terms is particularly prevalent in IT, engineering, and healthcare sectors due to influence from English. Understanding technical terminology is crucial for professional communication and is often emphasized in higher education.
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