universal collection
[ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl kəˈlɛkʃən]
nounfemininepl: universal collections / coleções universais
coleção universal
1. A comprehensive gathering or assembly of items, data, or information that aims to be all-inclusive or representative of a particular category, field, or domain
The library maintains a universal collection of historical documents from the 19th century.
A biblioteca mantém uma coleção universal de documentos históricos do século XIX.
2. In mathematics and logic, a set containing all objects or elements under consideration within a specific context or system
In this problem, the universal collection includes all integers between 1 and 100.
Neste problema, a coleção universal inclui todos os números inteiros entre 1 e 100.
3. A curated assembly of items, artworks, or artifacts intended to represent diverse aspects of human culture or knowledge
The museum's universal collection spans artifacts from six continents.
A coleção universal do museu abrange artefatos de seis continentes.
The term 'universal collection' is commonly used in Brazilian and Portuguese institutional contexts, particularly in museums, libraries, and academic settings. In Brazil, it reflects the cultural value placed on inclusive representation and access to knowledge. It is often associated with major cultural institutions in São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro that aim to preserve and present diverse aspects of Brazilian and world heritage.
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