1. A geographic zone, territory, or space that has been officially acknowledged, validated, or approved by an authority or governing body
The recognized area for the nature reserve covers 5,000 hectares.
A área reconhecida para a reserva natural abrange 5.000 hectares.
2. In legal or administrative contexts, a region that has official status or acknowledgment
The recognized area of jurisdiction includes three municipalities.
A área reconhecida de jurisdição inclui três municípios.
3. A space or zone that is distinguished or identified by specific characteristics or purposes
This is a recognized area for archaeological significance.
Esta é uma área reconhecida por sua importância arqueológica.