labyrinth

• Substantivo que designa uma rede complexa e intricada de passagens ou caminhos, muitas vezes construída para confundir ou desafiar quem a percorre. Pode também se referir a qualquer situação ou sistema confuso e emaranhado.

A noun referring to a complex, intricate network of passages or pathways, often designed to confuse or challenge those navigating through it.

1. Complex mazeB2formal

   A complicated, irregular network of passages or paths in which it is difficult to find one's way.

   Labirinto

   • The ancient labyrinth was built to contain the Minotaur.
   • They got lost in the labyrinth of underground tunnels.
   • The garden featured a beautiful hedge labyrinth.

   Sinônimosmazenetworktanglewarrenweb

2. Complex systemC1formal

   Something that is extremely complicated, intricate, or confusing.

   Labirinto

   • Navigating the labyrinth of tax laws can be challenging.
   • The bureaucracy is a labyrinth of rules and regulations.
   • He found himself in a labyrinth of conflicting emotions.

   Sinônimosintricacymazenetworktanglewarrenweb

3. Inner ear structureC1formalmedical

   The complex system of passages in the inner ear that is responsible for balance and hearing.

   Labirinto

   • The labyrinth contains the cochlea and semicircular canals.
   • Damage to the labyrinth can cause vertigo.
   • The doctor examined the patient's labyrinth for signs of infection.