universal compilation
[/ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl ˌkɒmpɪˈleɪʃən/]
nounfemininepl: universal compilations / compilações universais
compilação universal
1. A comprehensive collection or aggregation of information, data, or materials from diverse sources into a single unified work or database
The library created a universal compilation of all historical documents from the 19th century.
A biblioteca criou uma compilação universal de todos os documentos históricos do século XIX.
2. In computing, the process of translating source code into executable code that can run on multiple platforms or architectures
Universal compilation allows developers to write code once and deploy it across different operating systems.
A compilação universal permite que os desenvolvedores escrevam código uma vez e o implementem em diferentes sistemas operacionais.
3. A collection that aims to be exhaustive and include all relevant items within a particular domain or category
This encyclopedia represents a universal compilation of scientific knowledge.
Esta enciclopédia representa uma compilação universal do conhecimento científico.
This term is predominantly used in technical and academic spheres in both Brazil and English-speaking countries. In Brazil, it gained prominence with the growth of software development and IT industries. The concept reflects the modern need for standardization and cross-platform compatibility in technology.
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