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Demarcated: meaning, definitions and examples

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demarcated

 

[ ˈdiːˌmɑːr.keɪtɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

land division

Demarcated refers to the act of setting the boundaries or limits of an area. It is commonly used in the context of land ownership or territorial disputes. In legal terms, demarcation marks the precise borders of property lines or countries. This term helps establish clear distinctions between different ownership or political entities, thus minimizing potential conflicts.

Synonyms

bound, defined, marked, outlined

Examples of usage

  • The property was clearly demarcated with fences.
  • The countries agreed to a demarcated line in the treaty.
  • They demarcated the park boundaries to prevent trespassing.

Translations

Translations of the word "demarcated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 demarcado

🇮🇳 सीमांकित

🇩🇪 abgegrenzt

🇮🇩 dimerkasi

🇺🇦 демаркований

🇵🇱 wyznaczony

🇯🇵 区分された

🇫🇷 délimité

🇪🇸 demarcado

🇹🇷 belirlenmiş

🇰🇷 구분된

🇸🇦 محدد

🇨🇿 vymezený

🇸🇰 vyznačený

🇨🇳 划定的

🇸🇮 določen

🇮🇸 afmarkaður

🇰🇿 белгіленген

🇬🇪 დემარკირებული

🇦🇿 demarqalanmış

🇲🇽 demarcado

Etymology

The word 'demarcated' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'down from' or 'away from' and the root 'marca' from Latin, which means 'a mark' or 'boundary.' The term evolved through Middle English to signify a more defined boundary and become commonly used in contexts relating to geography, legal property rights, and political borders. Over the years, its usage has expanded to various fields, including cartography, real estate, and environmental management. The concept of demarcation is also critical in scientific contexts, where specific areas are designated for study or observation. This historical evolution reflects the growing complexity of managing land and resources as societies develop.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #22,081, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.