zone

zone · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    An area distinguished from adjacent parts by a distinctive feature or characteristic.

  2. 2.

    A region defined for a specific purpose.

  3. 3.

    [as verb]To divide into zones; to designate as a zone.

  4. 4.

    [informal]A state of focused concentration.

Forms

plural: zones

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    in the zone — In a state of intense focus and high performance.
  • •
    comfort zone — A psychological state of familiarity and ease.

Related words

See also: area, district, region, territory
Synonyms: area, district, region

Etymology

From Latin zona ("girdle, belt"), from Greek zone ("belt, girdle").