1. A designated geographic area where economic, industrial, or residential development is encouraged through incentives, relaxed regulations, or infrastructure investment
The government established a development zone to attract new businesses and create jobs.
O governo estabeleceu uma zona de desenvolvimento para atrair novos negócios e criar empregos.
2. In child psychology, a conceptual space between a child's current abilities and potential abilities with guidance
Teachers should focus on activities within the student's zone of proximal development.
Os professores devem focar em atividades dentro da zona de desenvolvimento proximal do aluno.