Dmz (Noun)
Meaning
A zone from which military forces or operations or installations are prohibited; "tensions exist on both sides of the demilitarized zone separating North Korea and South Korea".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The two countries have maintained a tense relationship ever since the establishment of the demilitarized zone in 1953.
- Tensions exist on both sides of the demilitarized zone separating North Korea and South Korea.
- A demilitarized zone has been created along the border to prevent further clashes between the rival groups.
- The international community has proposed the creation of a demilitarized zone around the city to facilitate humanitarian aid delivery.
- After the conflict, a demilitarized zone was established along the border to separate the warring parties and maintain peace.