valid unit
[ˈvælɪd ˈjuːnɪt]
nounpl: valid units
unidade válida
1. A unit of measurement, currency, or categorization that meets established standards and is legally or officially recognized as acceptable
The meter is a valid unit of length in the metric system.
O metro é uma unidade válida de comprimento no sistema métrico.
2. In computing and data validation, a unit of data or input that conforms to required specifications and passes validation checks
Each valid unit of code must pass the quality assurance tests before deployment.
Cada unidade válida de código deve passar pelos testes de garantia de qualidade antes da implantação.
3. In military or organizational contexts, a recognized and officially sanctioned division or group
The battalion is a valid unit of military organization.
O batalhão é uma unidade válida de organização militar.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, military, and administrative domains. In Brazil, it's commonly encountered in engineering, data processing, and official regulatory documents. The concept reflects the global standardization movement, particularly influenced by international bodies like ISO and the metric system adoption.
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