prohibited range
[prəˈhɪbɪtɪd reɪndʒ]
nounpl: prohibited ranges
faixa proibida
1. A specified area, distance, or set of values that are not permitted or allowed for use, access, or operation
The prohibited range for this radioactive material extends 50 meters from the source.
A faixa proibida para este material radioativo se estende 50 metros da fonte.
2. In technical or regulatory contexts, a spectrum of frequencies, temperatures, pressures, or other measurements that cannot be used or accessed
Operators must avoid the prohibited range of frequencies to prevent interference with emergency services.
Os operadores devem evitar a faixa proibida de frequências para prevenir interferência com os serviços de emergência.
3. A zone or area designated as off-limits due to safety, security, or legal restrictions
The prohibited range around the airport runway ensures flight safety.
A faixa proibida em torno da pista do aeroporto garante a segurança do voo.
This term is primarily used in technical, scientific, regulatory, and safety contexts in both English-speaking countries and Brazil. It is commonly found in aviation, radiation safety, telecommunications, and engineering documentation. Understanding prohibited ranges is critical for workplace safety and regulatory compliance in industrial settings.
Related Idioms & Phrases
stay out of the prohibited range
within the prohibited range
beyond the prohibited range
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