exclusion area (B2)
noun phrase
Pronunciation: /ɛksˈkluːʒən ˈɛəriə/
Definition
A designated zone from which people are barred or kept out, often for safety, security, or environmental reasons.
Examples
The exclusion area around the construction site was clearly marked with warning signs.
The park ranger designated an exclusion area to protect the endangered species' habitat.
How to Use exclusion area
- establish an exclusion area (verb phrase)
- to create a restricted zone — "The government established an exclusion area around the disaster zone."
- designate an exclusion area (verb phrase)
- to officially declare a restricted zone — "The park ranger designated an exclusion area to protect the wildlife."
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