A infração
Example: A infração de trânsito causou multa pesada para o motorista.
Definition
"Infraction" refers to a violation or breach of a rule, law, or regulation, especially in a legal context. For example, "a infração" in traffic law means breaking a traffic rule, which often results in penalties such as fines or other sanctions.
Etymology
The word "infração" comes from the Latin 'infractio,' meaning 'a breaking or violation.' It combines 'in-' (not) with 'frangere' (to break). Did you know? The term originally described the act of breaking something physically but evolved to mean breaking laws or rules.
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