deadly zone
/ˈdɛdli ˈzoʊn/ · dead·ly zone
noun
- An area or region where a high risk of death or injury exists, often due to environmental or situational factors. The pilot warned the passengers about the deadly zone of turbulence ahead.
- A period of time during which a high risk of death or injury exists, often due to a specific situation or condition. The patient was in a deadly zone after the accident, but the medical team managed to stabilize her condition.
Did you know? The concept of a 'deadly zone' is often used in aviation and military contexts to describe areas of high risk or danger, but it can also be applied to other situations, such as natural disasters or medical emergencies.