1. A geographical area or region that is of particular concern, importance, or focus for a specific purpose, organization, or individual
The security agency established a zone of interest around the embassy.
A agência de segurança estabeleceu uma zona de interesse ao redor da embaixada.
2. In military or strategic contexts, a designated area that requires monitoring or operational attention
The commander defined the zone of interest for reconnaissance missions.
O comandante definiu a zona de interesse para as missões de reconhecimento.
3. An area relevant to an investigation, research project, or business operation
The detective's zone of interest included the neighborhood where the crime occurred.
A zona de interesse do detetive incluía o bairro onde o crime ocorreu.