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gated community

[/ˈɡeɪtɪd kəˈmjuːnəti/]
nounpl: gated communities
condomínio fechado
1. A residential community with controlled access, typically surrounded by walls or fences with gates, where entry is restricted to residents and authorized visitors
They moved to a gated community for increased security and privacy.
Eles se mudaram para um condomínio fechado para maior segurança e privacidade.
2. An exclusive residential area with amenities and shared facilities available only to residents
The gated community has tennis courts, a swimming pool, and 24-hour security.
O condomínio fechado possui quadras de tênis, piscina e segurança 24 horas.
Synonyms
secure communityenclosed communitygated neighborhoodprivate community
Antonyms
open communitypublic neighborhood

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
condomínio fechado
Most common term used throughout Brazil
São Paulo
condomínio fechado / condomínio de luxo
Also used with emphasis on luxury aspects
Rio de Janeiro
condomínio fechado
Standard usage, also 'comunidade murada'
Portugal
comunidade fechada / condomínio privado
Less common than in Brazil; 'comunidade privada' also used

Related Idioms & Phrases

behind gates
gated lifestyle
security-conscious living
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