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Zoned: meaning, definitions and examples

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zoned

 

[ zoʊnd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

geographical area

Zoned refers to the process of dividing land into sections for different uses, such as residential, commercial, or industrial. This practice is often used by local governments to regulate how property can be developed and used. Different zones may have specific regulations regarding the types of buildings that can be constructed, the density of development, and the activities that can take place within those areas. This helps ensure compatibility between various land uses and maintain the character of neighborhoods.

Synonyms

allocated, classified, designated

Examples of usage

  • The city has zoned the area for commercial development.
  • They zoned the land to prevent industrial factories near homes.
  • New regulations were introduced that zoned the waterfront for recreational use.

Translations

Translations of the word "zoned" in other languages:

🇵🇹 zonado

🇮🇳 क्षेत्रीय

🇩🇪 zoned

🇮🇩 terzonasi

🇺🇦 зонований

🇵🇱 strefowy

🇯🇵 ゾーン化された

🇫🇷 zoné

🇪🇸 zonificado

🇹🇷 bölgelendirilmiş

🇰🇷 구역화된

🇸🇦 محدد

🇨🇿 zonovaný

🇸🇰 zónovaný

🇨🇳 区域化的

🇸🇮 zoned

🇮🇸 svæðisbundinn

🇰🇿 аймақталған

🇬🇪 ზონირებული

🇦🇿 zonalaşdırılmış

🇲🇽 zonificado

Word origin

The word 'zoned' originates from the verb 'zone,' which has its roots in the Latin word 'zona,' meaning 'belt' or 'girdle.' 'Zone' has evolved over time to denote specific areas or divisions within a space, particularly in a geographical or urban planning context. The use of the term in urban planning began to gain prominence in the early 20th century, particularly with the rise of zoning laws in cities across the United States. These laws were established to manage city growth, regulate land use, and separate incompatible uses. The practice spread to other countries as urbanization increased, and zoning became an essential tool for urban planners and local governments to shape communities.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,275, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.