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Meaning of protected area
A protected area is a region or space that is safeguarded against harm or damage.
Etymology of protected area
The term 'protected area' originated from the words 'protect' and 'area'. The word 'protect' comes from the Latin 'protectus', which means 'covered' or 'defended', and the word 'area' comes from the Latin 'area', which means 'open space' or 'level ground'. The term has been used historically to describe regions or spaces that are safeguarded against harm or damage.
Synonyms
sanctuary
reserve
preserve
conservation area
wildlife reserve
nature reserve
national park
game reserve
protected zone
restricted area
prohibited area
forbidden area
off-limits area
secured area
defended area
sheltered area
safe haven
asylum
refuge
haven
hideaway
covert
shelter
bastion
stronghold
fortress
buffer zone
safety zone
danger zone
no-go area
prohibited zone
exclusion zone
restricted zone
Definitions
- A tract of land or sea that is protected by law for the conservation of its natural resources, such as plants, animals, and ecosystems.
- * An area that is defended or guarded against attack, injury, or damage.
Usage Examples
- The government has established a protected area for the endangered species to thrive.
- * The company has a protected area for its sensitive data and equipment.
- * The national park is a protected area where visitors can observe wildlife in their natural habitat.
Antonyms
unprotected area
vulnerable zone
exposed area
open area
accessible area
unrestricted area
unguarded area
undefended area
insecure area
threatened area
endangered area
fragile area
sensitive area
unstable area
weak area
damaged area
harmed area
destroyed area
devastated area