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militarized zones

[ˌmɪlɪtəˈraɪzd ˈzoʊnz]
nounpl: militarized zones
zonas militarizadas
1. Areas of land or territory that have been placed under military control or occupation, often demilitarized zones that have been remilitarized
The militarized zones along the border were heavily guarded.
As zonas militarizadas ao longo da fronteira eram fortemente guardadas.
2. Regions where military installations, bases, or armed forces are concentrated and civilian access is restricted
Several militarized zones were established to maintain security in the disputed territory.
Várias zonas militarizadas foram estabelecidas para manter a segurança no território disputado.
Synonyms
military zonesdemilitarized zones (when remilitarized)military areasmilitary districtsrestricted military areas
Antonyms
demilitarized zonescivilian zonesneutral zonesdemilitarized areas

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zonas militarizadas
Standard term used in Brazilian Portuguese media and government
Portugal
zonas militarizadas
Standard term used in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

no-fly zone
demilitarized zone (DMZ)
war zone
combat zone
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