Wall off

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verb

To separate or isolate a particular area by building a barrier around it.

The government planned to wall off the dangerous area to prevent people from entering it.
Visual representation of "wall off" - To separate or isolate a particular area by building a barrier around it

Often appears as...

  • wall off the area
  • wall off the section
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Physical Barrier

Refers to a literal structure like a wall or fence that separates spaces.

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After the incident, the school decided to wall off the playground from the parking lot.
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Protective Measure

Used to describe actions taken to protect an area or group by limiting access.

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To prevent the spread of disease, the hospital staff walled off the contaminated zone.
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Not Transparent

Implies an opaque separation, meaning the division made does not allow for visibility across it.

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The artist walled off his workspace to keep the new project a surprise.
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