open zones
[/ˈoʊpən zoʊnz/]
nounpl: open zones
zonas abertas
1. Areas or regions that are accessible to the public without restrictions; spaces that are unrestricted or uncontrolled
The park has several open zones where visitors can freely roam.
O parque tem várias zonas abertas onde os visitantes podem circular livremente.
2. In commerce and trade, regions with minimal tariffs or trade barriers
The government created open zones to encourage foreign investment.
O governo criou zonas abertas para incentivar investimento estrangeiro.
3. Areas without physical boundaries or fencing
Children played in the open zones of the schoolyard.
As crianças brincavam nas zonas abertas do pátio da escola.
The term 'open zones' is particularly relevant in Brazil in discussions of free trade zones (zonas de livre comércio) and urban planning. It reflects both economic development policies and architectural/city planning concepts. In Portugal, it's commonly used in EU trade discussions. The concept emphasizes accessibility and economic liberalization, values important in both Brazilian and Portuguese commerce.
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