unapproved operation
[/ˌʌnəˈpruːvd ˌɑːpəˈreɪʃən/]
nounpl: unapproved operations
operação não autorizada
1. A business, medical, military, or technical action or procedure that has not been officially sanctioned, licensed, or given permission by the relevant authority
The hospital was shut down for conducting unapproved operations on patients without proper consent.
O hospital foi fechado por realizar operações não autorizadas em pacientes sem consentimento adequado.
2. Illegal or unauthorized business activities conducted without proper licensing or regulatory approval
The underground factory was raided for running unapproved operations in violation of safety regulations.
A fábrica clandestina foi invadida por realizar operações não autorizadas em violação das normas de segurança.
3. Military or covert actions carried out without official authorization from command
The soldier was court-martialed for conducting unapproved operations behind enemy lines.
O soldado foi julgado em corte marcial por realizar operações não autorizadas atrás das linhas inimigas.
In Brazil, 'operação não autorizada' is commonly used in discussions of police raids, medical ethics, and regulatory enforcement. It carries serious legal implications and is frequently reported in news media covering corruption, safety violations, or medical malpractice. In the US, the term is widely used in corporate compliance, healthcare regulations, and military contexts.
NYC Slang
off-the-books operation
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