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undefined form

[/ˌʌndɪˈfaɪnd fɔːrm/]
nounpl: undefined forms
forma indefinida
1. A mathematical expression or limit that cannot be determined without further analysis, such as 0/0 or ∞/∞
When evaluating the limit, we encountered an undefined form that required L'Hôpital's rule to solve.
Ao avaliar o limite, encontramos uma forma indefinida que exigiu a regra de L'Hôpital para resolver.
2. In grammar or linguistics, a word form that lacks clear definition or classification
The archaic term remained an undefined form in the modern dictionary.
O termo arcaico permanecia uma forma indefinida no dicionário moderno.
3. Something that lacks a clear or specific shape, structure, or meaning
The abstract sculpture was an undefined form open to interpretation.
A escultura abstrata era uma forma indefinida aberta à interpretação.
Synonyms
indeterminate formambiguous formvague form
Antonyms
defined formdefinite formclear form

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
forma indefinida
Standard usage in mathematics and linguistics
Portugal
forma indefinida
Standard usage, same as Brazilian Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

in limbo
up in the air
grey area
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