adj Uncommon

zoned

Zoned (adj) means Designated as part of a particular zone under planning or land-use rules. Example: “The lot is zoned for commercial use only.”

adj

Designated as part of a particular zone under planning or land-use rules.

"The lot is zoned for commercial use only."

Mentally distracted or dulled, especially by tiredness, boredom, or drugs.

"He seemed completely zoned after the long flight."

How to use zoned

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishOfficially classified as part of a zone, or mentally checked out and unfocused.

Common pairings

zoned residential zoned out

Word forms

more zoned comparative, most zoned superlative

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Etymology

From zone plus the adjective ending -ed.

Rhymes for zoned

honed toned boned stoned ironed seasoned poisoned buttoned reasoned pardoned mentioned abandoned

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Frequently asked questions

What does “zoned” mean?

The word “zoned” means designated as part of a particular zone under planning or land-use rules. In plain terms, officially classified as part of a zone, or mentally checked out and unfocused.

How do you use “zoned” in a sentence?

Here is “zoned” used in a sentence: “The lot is zoned for commercial use only.”

What part of speech is “zoned”?

“Zoned” is an adjective.

Is “zoned” a common word?

“Zoned” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “zoned” have?

“Zoned” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: designated as part of a particular zone under planning or land-use rules.

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