uni-sectoral

[/ˌjuːnɪˈsɛktərəl/]
adjective
unissetorial
1. relating to or involving only one sector of the economy or industry
The country's uni-sectoral economy relies heavily on oil exports.
A economia unissetorial do país depende muito das exportações de petróleo.
2. characterized by economic or organizational focus on a single sector
A uni-sectoral approach to development may leave the economy vulnerable.
Uma abordagem unissetorial para o desenvolvimento pode deixar a economia vulnerável.
This term is primarily used in academic, economic, and development policy contexts. It is commonly employed when discussing developing nations or regions that depend heavily on a single economic sector (such as oil, agriculture, or mining). The term reflects concerns about economic vulnerability and the importance of economic diversification in both Brazilian and international development discourse.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
single-sectormono-sectoralone-sector
Antonyms / Antônimos
multi-sectoraldiversifiedpoly-sectoral

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
unissetorial
standard academic and economic terminology
Portugal
unissetorial
used in economic and policy discussions
USA
uni-sectoral
primarily used in academic, economic, and policy contexts

Related Words

sectoreconomyindustrialdiversificationsectoral

Related Idioms & Phrases

uni-sectoral economy
uni-sectoral development
uni-sectoral dependency
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