wallpapering
[ˈwɔːlpeɪpərɪŋ]
noun, gerund/present participle
encapamento de papel de parede, colocação de papel de parede
1. The process or activity of applying wallpaper to walls or surfaces
We spent the weekend wallpapering the bedroom.
Passamos o fim de semana encapando o quarto com papel de parede.
2. In computing and political contexts: covering up problems or issues with superficial solutions rather than addressing root causes
The government was accused of wallpapering over the economic crisis with temporary measures.
O governo foi acusado de encobrir a crise econômica com medidas temporárias.
3. Setting a wallpaper background on a digital device
I'm wallpapering my phone with a new background image.
Estou colocando um novo papel de parede no meu celular.
In Brazilian Portuguese, wallpapering is less common than in English-speaking countries due to different interior decoration preferences, with paint being more prevalent. The metaphorical sense of 'covering up problems' has gained usage in political and business contexts in both Brazil and Portugal. In the US, wallpapering remains a popular DIY home improvement activity, though less trendy than in previous decades.
NYC Slang
covering/glossing over (metaphorical use); papering the room (literal)
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