zone

/zoʊn/

Definitions

1. noun

A part of an area or region that has a particular characteristic or function.

“The city was divided into zones for the marathon.”

2. verb

To divide or arrange into zones or areas.

“The city planners zoned the area for residential and commercial use.”

3. verb

To mark or indicate a particular zone or area.

“The pilot zoned in on the target with the radar.”

4. noun

A region of the Earth’s atmosphere extending from about 80 to 500 kilometers above the planet’s surface.

“The satellite tracked the zone of high atmospheric pressure.”

5. noun

A specific area of a game or simulation that has its own rules or characteristics.

“The player entered a new zone in the video game.”

6. noun

A restricted area, especially one that is closed to the public.

“The zone of the construction site was restricted to authorized personnel.”

Synonyms

  • area
  • region
  • sector

Antonyms

  • center
  • core