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Demarcating: meaning, definitions and examples

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demarcating

 

[ dɪˈmɑːrkeɪtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

defining boundaries

Demarcating refers to the action of setting or marking the boundaries or limits of something. This can involve the physical act of placing markers or could be more abstract, such as defining the scope of a project or legal jurisdiction. The process of demarcation is crucial in various fields, including geography, law, and project management. By clearly defining boundaries, stakeholders can avoid conflicts and ensure clarity in roles, responsibilities, and expectations.

Synonyms

boundaried, delineated, marked

Examples of usage

  • The surveyor is demarcating the property lines.
  • They are demarcating the area for a new park.
  • The team is demarcating their respective tasks for the project.

Translations

Translations of the word "demarcating" in other languages:

🇵🇹 demarcar

🇮🇳 सीमा निर्धारण

🇩🇪 abgrenzen

🇮🇩 menandai

🇺🇦 демаркація

🇵🇱 oznaczanie

🇯🇵 境界を設定する

🇫🇷 délimitation

🇪🇸 demarcación

🇹🇷 belirleme

🇰🇷 경계 설정

🇸🇦 تحديد الحدود

🇨🇿 vymezení

🇸🇰 vyznačovanie

🇨🇳 划界

🇸🇮 določanje

🇮🇸 afmörkun

🇰🇿 шекара белгілеу

🇬🇪 დემარკაცია

🇦🇿 demarkasiya

🇲🇽 demarcación

Etymology

The term 'demarcate' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'to remove' or 'opposite,' and 'marcate,' which comes from the Spanish word 'marcar', itself derived from the Latin 'marca', meaning 'mark' or 'boundary.' The practice of demarcating boundaries has been essential since ancient times when human societies began to establish territories and land ownership. Initially, this was done through natural markers like rivers and mountains, but as societies advanced, more systematic methods emerged. The formalization of boundaries became significant in legal contexts, especially in land ownership disputes and territorial agreements between nations. The term has evolved, and its usage has broadened to include abstract boundaries in various fields. It reflects the necessity for clarity in defining limits, whether physical or conceptual, to facilitate organization, governance, and mutual understanding.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #33,460 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.