well-defined spaces

[wel-dɪ'faɪnd speɪsɪz]
noun phrasepl: well-defined spaces
espaços bem definidos
1. Areas or zones that have clear, distinct boundaries and purposes, leaving no ambiguity about their limits or functions
The office was organized into well-defined spaces for different departments.
O escritório foi organizado em espaços bem definidos para diferentes departamentos.
2. In mathematics and topology, sets or regions with precise mathematical definitions and clear structural properties
In functional analysis, well-defined spaces are essential for rigorous mathematical proofs.
Na análise funcional, espaços bem definidos são essenciais para provas matemáticas rigorosas.
3. Physical or conceptual areas with explicit demarcation, purpose, and established rules or guidelines
The park features well-defined spaces for recreation, parking, and picnicking.
O parque possui espaços bem definidos para recreação, estacionamento e piquenique.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian contexts, particularly in architecture, urban planning, office management, and mathematics. In Brazil, it reflects the growing emphasis on organizational efficiency and spatial planning in modern business environments. The phrase is neutral and formal, commonly appearing in professional, academic, and technical documentation.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
clearly defined spacesdistinct spacesdemarcated spacesstructured spacesorganized spaces
Antonyms / Antônimos
ambiguous spacesundefined spacesvague areasunstructured spaceschaotic spaces

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaços bem definidos
Most common usage in contemporary Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
espaços bem delimitados
Alternative usage emphasizing physical boundaries
São Paulo
espaços claramente definidos
Common in business and organizational contexts
Portugal
espaços bem definidos
Same usage as Brazilian Portuguese, formal contexts preferred

Related Words

boundarydemarcationorganizationclaritydefinitionspatial planning

Related Idioms & Phrases

define the space
set boundaries
clear the air
get on the same page
draw a line in the sand
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