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open zone

[ˈoʊpən zoʊn]
nounpl: open zones
zona aberta
1. An area or region with few restrictions on trade, movement, or activity; a free trade area
The open zone between the two countries allows goods to pass without tariffs.
A zona aberta entre os dois países permite que as mercadorias passem sem tarifas.
2. In sports, an undefended or unrestricted area of the playing field
The quarterback found a receiver in the open zone.
O quarterback encontrou um receptor na zona aberta.
3. A geographic area designated for unrestricted commercial or industrial development
The government established an open zone to attract foreign investment.
O governo estabeleceu uma zona aberta para atrair investimento estrangeiro.
Synonyms
free zoneunrestricted areaopen marketfree trade area
Antonyms
restricted zoneclosed zoneprotected areano-go zone

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona aberta
Standard term used in commerce and sports contexts
Portugal
zona aberta
Common usage in economic and trade discussions

Related Idioms & Phrases

open field
clear space
unguarded territory
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