English · Travel & Places
timezone
/ˈtaɪm.zoʊn/
[/ˈtaɪm.zoʊn/]
region with same time
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A region of the world where the same standard time is used.
Example
When you cross into a new timezone, you must set your watch forward or back.
When you cross into a new timezone, you must set your watch forward or back.
Etymology
A compound of 'time' and 'zone', dating to the late 19th century with railways.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in travel, scheduling, and communication.