1. A space or zone where there is little or no activity, productivity, or use
The parking lot became an idle area after the business closed.
O estacionamento se tornou uma área ociosa depois que o negócio fechou.
2. In computing/machinery, a segment of memory or processing space that is not actively being utilized
The system monitor showed significant idle area in RAM.
O monitor do sistema mostrou uma área ociosa significativa na memória RAM.
3. In urban planning, land designated as unoccupied or underutilized
The city council approved development plans for the idle area downtown.
O conselho municipal aprovou planos de desenvolvimento para a área ociosa no centro.