prohibited spaces

[prə-ˈhi-bə-təd ˈspā-səz]
nounpl: prohibited spaces
espaços proibidos
1. Areas or locations where entry, access, or specific activities are forbidden by law, regulation, or authority
Visitors are not allowed in prohibited spaces within the military compound.
Os visitantes não são permitidos em espaços proibidos dentro do complexo militar.
2. Designated zones restricted from public use due to safety hazards, security concerns, or exclusive purposes
The factory has several prohibited spaces due to machinery hazards.
A fábrica tem vários espaços proibidos devido a riscos de maquinaria.
In Brazil, 'espaços proibidos' is commonly used in institutional, corporate, and government contexts. Signs reading 'Espaço Proibido' or 'Acesso Proibido' are standard in restricted areas. In the USA, this concept is enforced through signage and security measures, particularly in federal facilities, airports, and private properties.
NYC Slang
off-limits zone
Synonyms / Sinônimos
restricted areasoff-limits zonesforbidden spacesno-access areasclosed spaces
Antonyms / Antônimos
public spacesaccessible areasopen spacesunrestricted zones

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
espaços proibidos
Standard usage in official and legal contexts
São Paulo
áreas proibidas
Common alternative term in urban settings
Rio de Janeiro
zonas vedadas
Less common but formal alternative
Portugal
espaços interditos
Preferred European Portuguese term

Related Words

restricted areano trespassingaccess controlsecurity clearanceoff-limits

Related Idioms & Phrases

keep out of prohibited spaces
breach a prohibited space
mark as prohibited space
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