Cool MateZone
UK /["/zəʊn/"]/US /["/zəʊn/"]/
Definition
an area or a region with a particular feature or use
In simple words: An area or space that is different from others.
Examples
- After the earthquake, the city was divided into several danger zones.
- He is entering a creative zone where his ideas flow easily.
- The school is located in a quiet zone away from busy roads.
- When I exercise, I try to reach the optimal heart rate zone.
- They set up a no-parking zone outside the festival area.
- During the meeting, we discussed the importance of staying in the learning zone to grow.
- The new traffic rules apply within the school zone, ensuring children's safety.
- The marathon runners are in the final zone of the race, pushing their limits.
- She often retreats to her comfort zone, where she feels safe and relaxed.
Usage notes
Use 'zone' when talking about specific areas like 'time zone' or 'safety zone'. It’s not used in very formal writing.
Grammar pattern
standalone noun
Memory hint
Think of the 'zone defense' in basketball, where players guard specific areas.
Collocations
- narrow
- wide
- marginal
- control
- patrol
- create
- in a/the zone
- within a/the zone
- into a/the zone
- narrow
- wide
- marginal
- control
- patrol
- create
- in a/the zone
- within a/the zone
- into a/the zone
Synonyms
- area
- region
- district
- sector
- locale
Antonyms
- non-zone
- unregulated area
- free space
Common mistakes
- Confused with 'zone' as a verb; remember it’s primarily a noun.
- Using 'zone' too broadly; it’s best for specific contexts.
- Confusing 'zone' with similar terms like 'area' without considering their differences.