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unclear perimeter

[/ʌnˈklɪr pəˈrɪmɪtər/]
noun phrasepl: unclear perimeters
perímetro indefinido / perímetro pouco claro
1. A boundary or outer edge that is not clearly defined, marked, or established
The unclear perimeter of the construction site posed a safety hazard.
O perímetro indefinido do canteiro de obras apresentava um risco de segurança.
2. An area or region with vague or ambiguous limits
The unclear perimeter of their jurisdiction led to disputes.
O perímetro pouco claro de sua jurisdição causou disputas.
Synonyms
ill-defined boundaryvague perimeterambiguous borderundefined edge
Antonyms
clear perimeterwell-defined boundarydistinct borderprecise edge

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
perímetro indefinido / perímetro pouco claro
Standard usage in Brazilian Portuguese
São Paulo
perímetro impreciso
Alternative term sometimes used in São Paulo region
Portugal
perímetro pouco definido / perímetro confuso
More formal usage in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

move the goalposts
cross the line
stay within bounds
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