illegal foundation

language: pt

definitions

  1. A structural base of a building or infrastructure that is constructed without proper legal authorization or in violation of building codes.
    pt: Fundação ilegal
  2. A metaphorical reference to an unethical, unlawful, or corrupt basis upon which an organization, system, or argument is established.
    pt: Base ilegal

examples

  1. The inspector found an illegal foundation during the routine safety inspection.

    O inspetor encontrou uma fundação ilegal durante a inspeção de segurança de rotina.

  2. The scandal revealed that the corporation's success rested on an illegal foundation of fraud.

    O escândalo revelou que o sucesso da corporação baseava-se em uma base ilegal de fraude.