American English

How to pronounce zoning

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ZOHnihng

/ˈzoʊ.nɪŋ/

2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.

A system of government rules that controls what people can build or do on land in different areas.

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Meanings & examples

noun

A system of government rules that controls what people can build or do on land in different areas.

The city changed its zoning rules to allow more apartments.

Common phrases & grammar

zoning laws · zoning regulations