authorized-accesszone

noun
UK /ˈɔː.θə.raɪzd ˈæk.ses zəʊn/
US /ˈɔː.θə.raɪzd ˈæk.ses zoʊn/

A special area where only people with permission can go.

The guard checked our badges before we entered the authorized-access zone.

SYNONYMS

restricted areapermitted zoneapproved areasecure zone

RELATED WORDS

badgepermissionsecuritygateclearance

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A computer network area that only approved users may enter.

Only staff accounts can open the authorized-access zone on the server.

3. A part of a building or site where visitors need a pass.

The lab is an authorized-access zone, so visitors must sign in first.

4. A region in a game or app that unlocks after you get permission.

You reach the authorized-access zone after finishing the training level.