zone — an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic
Pronunciation (IPA): /zoʊn/
Example Sentences
- My mom created a 'no-snack zone' in the living room, but somehow cookies keep appearing there.
- The school playground is divided into different zones for various activities.
- He's been stuck in his comfort zone so long, he thinks adventure means trying a new flavor of instant noodles.
zone
NOUN[/zoʊn/]
an area or region distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic
The park has a special zone just for kids to play safely.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Greek 'zone', originally meaning 'belt' or 'girdle'. The term evolved to denote the climate bands encircling the Earth like belts, eventually generalizing to mean any defined area or region.
Breakdown
Greek 'zone' (belt, girdle) → Latin 'zona' → English 'zone'. The root maintains its sense of a bounded or demarcated area throughout its evolution.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom created a 'no-snack zone' in the living room, but somehow cookies keep appearing there.”
“The school playground is divided into different zones for various activities.”
“He's been stuck in his comfort zone so long, he thinks adventure means trying a new flavor of instant noodles.”
“This area has been zoned for commercial development.”
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