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zones (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /zoʊnz/

An area or stretch of land, sea, or air that is different from the areas around it in some way, or that has a particular purpose.

The security guard patrolled the restricted zones of the building.
This area is a special economic zone, offering tax benefits to businesses.
The teacher asked students to stay within their designated zones during the fire drill.

restricted zone (collocation): An area that is not allowed to be entered or accessed by certain people or for certain purposes. — "Access to the backstage area is a restricted zone for staff only."
economic zone (collocation): An area where business and trade are given tax incentives and other benefits. — "The government established a special economic zone to attract foreign investment."
in the zone (idiom): To be in a state of intense focus and high performance. — "When she's practicing piano, she gets completely in the zone and loses track of time."