buffer zone

noun

1. a neutral zone or area between two potentially hostile nations, designed to prevent any overt acts of aggression.

2. any area serving to mitigate or neutralize potential conflict.

buffer zone

noun

1. an area lying between two states and providing each with protection from the other

Word History and Origins

Origin of buffer zone¹

First recorded in 1905–10

Example Sentences

Meanwhile, Zelensky has rejected proposals for a buffer zone with Russia as part of a peace deal.

From BBC

Facial assessment technology was 92% accurate for people aged 18 or over, but there is a "buffer zone" - about two to three years either side of 16 - in which is it is less accurate.

From BBC

"Only those who do not understand the technological state of today's war propose a buffer zone," he told reporters on Friday.

From BBC

The report also pointed to buffer zone laws which prohibit protests outside abortion service centres and Public Spaces Protection Orders, powers local councils can use to ban certain anti-social activities.

From BBC

“The idea is to not build too close to the water in order to create a buffer zone,” Yu said.

From Los Angeles Times