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rural zone

[/ˈrʊrəl zoʊn/]
nounpl: rural zones
zona rural
1. An area of land characterized by agricultural activity, low population density, and limited urban development
The rural zone surrounding the city is known for farming and livestock production.
A zona rural ao redor da cidade é conhecida pela produção agrícola e pecuária.
2. A designated geographic region classified as non-urban by government or administrative standards
The government implemented new policies to improve infrastructure in rural zones.
O governo implementou novas políticas para melhorar a infraestrutura nas zonas rurais.
Synonyms
countrysiderural areaagrarian zonecountry districthinterland
Antonyms
urban zonecitymetropolitan areaurban center

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
zona rural
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
zona rural
Common usage in state and municipal planning
São Paulo
zona rural
Official designation in urban planning documents
Portugal
zona rural
Standard Portuguese usage, also 'meio rural'

Related Idioms & Phrases

back country
agricultural heartland
the sticks
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