禁地 (jīn) — forbidden area; restricted area
Definition
A place entry is strictly forbidden — stronger than a 禁区 (which can just mean a restricted zone). Often refers to a sacred, military, or otherwise off-limits area.
noun
forbidden arearestricted area
Examples
- 禁地,。Zhè lǐ shì jūn shì jīn, bù néng suí biàn jìn rù.This is a military restricted area; you cannot enter casually.
- 禁地。Gǔ dài huáng gōng de jīn bù xǔ wài rén kào jìn.The forbidden areas of ancient imperial palaces were not allowed to be approached by outsiders.
- 禁地,。Zhè piàn sēn lín bèi huà wéi jīn, jìn zhǐ shòu liè.This forest has been designated as a restricted area; hunting is prohibited.
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