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landlocked sector

[ˈlændlɒkt ˈsɛktər]
nounpl: landlocked sectors
setor sem acesso ao mar
1. A geographical or economic region that is completely surrounded by land and has no direct access to coastal areas or maritime trade routes
The landlocked sector of the country faces significant challenges in international trade.
O setor sem acesso ao mar do país enfrenta desafios significativos no comércio internacional.
2. In geography, an area or region of a country that is isolated from ocean or sea access
Many African nations have landlocked sectors that depend on neighboring countries for port access.
Muitas nações africanas têm setores sem acesso ao mar que dependem de países vizinhos para acesso portuário.
Synonyms
interior regioninland areahinterlandinland sector
Antonyms
coastal sectormaritime sectorseaside region

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
setor sem acesso ao mar
Standard term used across Brazil
Portugal
setor encravado
Alternative term used in European Portuguese
General
região interior
More general alternative emphasizing inland location

Related Idioms & Phrases

cut off from the sea
surrounded by land
isolated from maritime trade
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