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well-defined zone
[/wɛl dɪˈfaɪnd zoʊn/]
noun
pl: well-defined zones
zona bem definida
1.
An area or region with clearly established and precisely marked boundaries or characteristics
The parking lot is divided into a well-defined zone for handicapped vehicles.
O estacionamento é dividido em uma zona bem definida para veículos de deficientes.
2.
A specific area characterized by distinct features that are clearly demarcated or understood
The research team identified a well-defined zone of contamination in the water supply.
A equipe de pesquisa identificou uma zona bem definida de contaminação no abastecimento de água.
Synonyms
clearly defined area
distinct region
demarcated zone
bounded area
delimited space
Antonyms
ill-defined zone
vague area
ambiguous region
blurred boundaries
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
zona bem definida
Standard usage throughout Brazil
Portugal
zona bem delimitada
Common alternative phrasing in European Portuguese
Related Idioms & Phrases
draw a line in the sand
set boundaries
mark off an area
establish parameters
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