typification
[ˌtɪpɪfɪˈkeɪʃən]
nounfemininepl: typifications
tipificação
1. The act or process of typifying; representing something by a type or symbol
The typification of abstract concepts through visual symbols helps in understanding complex ideas.
A tipificação de conceitos abstratos através de símbolos visuais ajuda na compreensão de ideias complexas.
2. In legal or scientific contexts, the classification or categorization of something according to established types or standards
The typification of criminal offenses requires precise legal definitions.
A tipificação de delitos criminosos exige definições legais precisas.
3. A specimen selected to represent a particular type or species, especially in taxonomy
The museum's typification of the newly discovered species became the reference standard.
A tipificação da espécie recém-descoberta pelo museu tornou-se o padrão de referência.
In Brazil, 'tipificação' is primarily used in legal and scientific contexts. It is particularly important in criminal law where 'tipificação penal' refers to the legal classification of crimes. The term is also essential in biological sciences and taxonomy when establishing reference specimens. It is a formal, technical term rarely used in casual conversation.
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