1. Areas or regions distinguished by particular characteristics or uses
The city is divided into different zones for residential and commercial use.
A cidade é dividida em diferentes zonas para uso residencial e comercial.
2. Geographical bands or regions characterized by climate or latitude
Tropical zones receive more direct sunlight than polar zones.
As zonas tropicais recebem mais luz solar direta do que as zonas polares.
3. Areas or regions with specific restrictions or regulations
Parking is prohibited in the no-parking zones downtown.
O estacionamento é proibido nas zonas de proibição de estacionamento no centro.
4. In sports, areas of a playing field or court
The defender stayed in the defensive zone to protect the goal.
O defensor permaneceu na zona defensiva para proteger o gol.