universal relation
[ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsəl rɪˈleɪʃən]
nounpl: universal relations
relação universal
1. In mathematics and set theory, a relation where every element of one set is related to every element of another set, or where all possible pairs are included.
The universal relation on set A contains all ordered pairs (a, b) where a and b are elements of A.
A relação universal no conjunto A contém todos os pares ordenados (a, b) onde a e b são elementos de A.
2. A relation that applies globally or applies to all cases without exception.
Scientists seek a universal relation that explains the connection between mass and energy.
Os cientistas buscam uma relação universal que explique a conexão entre massa e energia.
This is primarily a technical term used in mathematics, logic, and computer science. It is used identically in both Brazilian Portuguese and European Portuguese academic settings. The term has no colloquial usage and appears mainly in formal educational and scientific discourse.
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