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demarcated space

[/ˈdɛmərkətɪd speɪs/]
nounpl: demarcated spaces
espaço demarcado
1. An area or region that has been clearly marked, bounded, or separated from surrounding areas by visible or established boundaries
The demarcated space in the parking lot is reserved for handicapped vehicles.
O espaço demarcado no estacionamento é reservado para veículos de deficientes.
2. A specifically defined or designated area used for a particular purpose
The demarcated space for the outdoor event was clearly outlined with rope and signs.
O espaço demarcado para o evento ao ar livre foi claramente delimitado com corda e placas.
Synonyms
bounded spacedefined areamarked territorydelimited zonedesignated space
Antonyms
unmarked spaceundefined areaopen spaceundesignated area

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaço demarcado
Standard usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
área demarcada
Common alternative using 'área'
São Paulo
espaço delimitado
Often uses 'delimitado' as variation
Portugal
espaço demarcado
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; sometimes 'zona delimitada'

Related Idioms & Phrases

stay within bounds
mark off an area
draw the line
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