zones
n. countable B1 Intermediate US //ˈzoʊnz// UK //zˈəʊnz// zones
n. specific areas that are different from the places around them. You use this to talk about parts of a city or building that have a special purpose.
n. distinct areas or regions distinguished from adjacent parts by a particular characteristic, purpose, or set of regulations.
The city has different zones for houses and businesses.
The school established several quiet zones where students can study without being interrupted by loud conversations.
Urban planners often divide metropolitan areas into specific zones to manage traffic flow and ensure that industrial noise does not disturb residential neighborhoods.
Usage
Often used in compound nouns like 'time zone', 'comfort zone', or 'war zone'.