no-parking zone

noun

UK /ˌnəʊ ˈpɑːkɪŋ zəʊn/

US /ˌnoʊ ˈpɑːrkɪŋ zoʊn/

A place where cars are not allowed to stop or park.

The sign marks a no-parking zone in front of the school.

SYNONYMS

parking ban area tow-away zone restricted parking area clearway prohibited parking area

RELATED WORDS

sign curb ticket tow truck traffic rules

OTHER MEANINGS

2. A figurative situation where certain actions or ideas are not allowed.

The new policy turned the office into a no-parking zone for creative ideas.

3. An area on a road kept clear so emergency vehicles can pass.

Fire trucks need the no-parking zone to stay open at all times.

4. A designated spot where vehicles may stop briefly only to load or unload.

The no-parking zone outside the shop allows quick deliveries only.