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well-defined lines

[wel-dɪˈfaɪnd laɪnz]
noun phrase
linhas bem definidas
1. Clear, distinct, and precisely drawn or established boundaries, edges, or demarcation marks
The architect drew well-defined lines to separate the living room from the kitchen.
O arquiteto desenhou linhas bem definidas para separar a sala de estar da cozinha.
2. Clear distinctions or boundaries between concepts, responsibilities, or areas of authority
Management established well-defined lines of responsibility within the organization.
A gerência estabeleceu linhas bem definidas de responsabilidade dentro da organização.
3. Visual or conceptual boundaries that are sharply marked and easily distinguishable
The painting featured well-defined lines between the light and dark areas.
A pintura apresentava linhas bem definidas entre as áreas claras e escuras.
Synonyms
clear boundariesdistinct edgessharp demarcationsprecise divisions
Antonyms
blurred linesfuzzy boundariesunclear demarcationsambiguous divisions

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
linhas bem definidas
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
linhas bem definidas
No regional variation
São Paulo
linhas bem definidas
No regional variation
Portugal
linhas bem definidas
Standard European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

draw a line in the sand
cross the line
read between the lines
on the line
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