yellowzones

noun
UK /ˈjeləʊ zəʊnz/
US /ˈjeloʊ zoʊnz/

Yellowzones are special areas marked with yellow where you need to be careful or follow special rules.

The teacher told us to walk slowly in the yellowzones near the school gate.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Places on a map or chart colored yellow to show a certain condition or warning.

The weather map showed yellowzones where strong winds were expected.

3. Areas in a game or sport marked in yellow that have special rules.

In this game, stepping into the yellowzones gives you extra points.

4. Parts of a machine or system marked yellow to warn people to be careful.

Stay away from the yellowzones on the factory floor.

5. Regions in a computer program highlighted in yellow to show a warning or note.

The app marks yellowzones in the text where you should check your spelling.