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whole unit

[/hoʊl ˈjuːnɪt/]
nounpl: whole units
unidade inteira
1. A complete, indivisible entity or component that functions as a single, integrated system
The apartment building operates as a whole unit with shared utilities.
O prédio de apartamentos funciona como uma unidade inteira com serviços compartilhados.
2. In mathematics or measurement, a complete number without fractions or decimals
We need to order whole units only, not partial quantities.
Precisamos pedir apenas unidades inteiras, não quantidades parciais.
3. A self-contained section or division that cannot be separated without losing functionality
Each classroom functions as a whole unit with its own heating system.
Cada sala de aula funciona como uma unidade inteira com seu próprio sistema de aquecimento.
Synonyms
complete unitentire unitintegrated unitsingle unit
Antonyms
partial unitdivided unitfragmented unit

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
unidade inteira
Standard usage across Brazil
São Paulo
unidade completa
Common alternative in business contexts
Portugal
unidade integral
More formal European Portuguese usage

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep something as a whole unit
sell as a whole unit
treat as a whole unit
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