The zone
Example: The zone restricts access to authorized personnel
Definition
"The zone" refers to a specific area or region designated for a particular purpose, often with defined boundaries and rules. For example, "The zone restricts access to authorized personnel" means only certain people are allowed within this controlled space.
Etymology
The term "the zone" originates from the Greek word 'zōnē,' meaning 'belt' or 'girdle,' which evolved to denote an area or belt of land. Over time, "the zone" came to describe any defined space with specific purposes or restrictions, like a safety or work zone.
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"The zone" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B1) - set 4", containing 113 commonly used words.
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