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zone

Definition

  • noun: an area that is different from other areas in a particular way
  • noun: any of five great divisions of the earth's surface with respect to latitude and temperature
  • verb: to officially say that (a section in a city, town, etc.) can be used for a particular purpose (such as business or housing)
  • verb: to surround with a zone
  • often used as ('be') 'zoned'
  • synonyms: encircle, girdle, cincture

Examples

  • a pedestrian 'zone' [=an area where vehicles are not allowed so that people can walk safely]

  • There must be a 500-foot 'buffer zone' between the river and the new buildings.

  • He left the car in a 'no-parking zone'. [=an area where parking is not allowed]

Movie quotes

  • (..) There'll be music, there'll be light. For the first time in forever, I'll be dancing through the night. Don't know if I'm elated or gassy, But I'm somewhere in that zone. 'Cause for the first time in forever, I won't be alone. I can't wait to meet everyone... What if I meet "the one"? (..)
    2013 Frozen