zone
UK: zəʊn | US: zoʊn
n. an area or region distinguished by specific features, boundaries, or purposes
n. (geography) one of the divisions of the Earth's surface based on climate or latitude
vt. to designate or divide into zones
The word "zone" originates from the Greek "zōnē," meaning "belt" or "girdle," reflecting its early use to describe encircling bands (e.g., climatic zones of the Earth). Latin adopted it as "zona," and Old French later shaped it into "zone." The modern sense of "a defined area" emerged in the 15th century, retaining the core idea of division or boundary. The silent "e" is a vestige of its Romance language evolution.
The city designated this area as a pedestrian zone.
Tropical zones experience warm weather year-round.
The garden is divided into planting zones based on sunlight.
The teacher zoned the classroom for group activities.
Antarctica lies within the frigid zone.