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undefined boundaries

[/ˌʌndɪˈfaɪnd ˈbaʊndəriz/]
noun phrase
limites indefinidos
1. Borders, limits, or edges that are not clearly defined, established, or delineated
The project had undefined boundaries, making it difficult to know when it would be complete.
O projeto tinha limites indefinidos, dificultando saber quando seria concluído.
2. Unclear or ambiguous demarcations between different areas, concepts, or responsibilities
In their relationship, undefined boundaries led to frequent misunderstandings.
Em seu relacionamento, os limites indefinidos levaram a frequentes mal-entendidos.
3. The absence of clear rules or limitations in a given context
The company operates with undefined boundaries between departments.
A empresa opera com limites indefinidos entre departamentos.
NYC Slang
wishy-washy lines
Synonyms
unclear boundariesblurred linesvague limitsambiguous demarcationsindistinct borders
Antonyms
defined boundariesclear limitsdistinct borderswell-defined boundariesexplicit demarcations

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
limites indefinidos
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
limites indefinidos
Common colloquial form
São Paulo
fronteiras indefinidas
Alternative form sometimes preferred in business contexts
Portugal
limites indefinidos
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

crossing the line
know one's place
out of bounds
gray area
draw the line
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