1. An area that has been developed with urban infrastructure, buildings, and services, characterized by high population density and concentrated human settlement
The urbanized zone extends from downtown to the suburbs.
A zona urbanizada estende-se do centro até aos subúrbios.
2. A designated geographic area in urban planning that is subject to urban development regulations and zoning laws
The city council approved expansion of the urbanized zone.
A câmara municipal aprovou a expansão da zona urbanizada.