zonal
zonal — adjective
- zonalpositive
- more zonalcomparative
- most zonalsuperlative
1. connected with areas that are divided for a specific purpose, or organized into
connected with areas that are divided for a specific purpose, or organized into separate sections with different rules or characteristics — for example, different climate zones across a continent, or different parts of a city with separate rules for buildings.
The climate scientists mapped the zonal rainfall patterns across the Sahel region of Africa.
zonal rainfall patterns — climate distribution by zone
New zonal regulations in Taipei separate commercial buildings from residential apartment blocks.
The national park's zonal system protects wildlife habitats while allowing visitors in marked areas.
Land prices change according to the zonal classification of each district in the city.
Farmers receive zonal permits based on their land's location in a dry or wet region.
- regional
More general; refers to any region, not necessarily a formally divided zone.
- territorial
Stronger political or legal tone; implies ownership or jurisdiction over an area.
- sectoral
Used in economics or planning; refers to segments of an industry or economy rather than geographic zones.
- uniform
Describes something that is the same everywhere, not divided into different sections.
文法句型
zonal + noun
用法筆記
Usually appears before a noun (attributive use). The word is common in formal or technical writing about geography, urban planning, and environmental policy.