Section off
verb
To divide or separate a specific area into smaller parts.
The police had to section off a large part of the park because of the investigation.
Often appears as...
- section off a room
- section off a part
verb
To separate or isolate a person or thing from others.
For safety reasons, the teacher had to section off the injured student from the rest of the class.
Often appears as...
- section off a person
- section off a machine
verb
To block or close off a specific area so it is not accessible.
They had to section off the unstable building from the public to prevent any accidents.
Often appears as...
- section off a road
- section off a site
Usage tips
Technical
verb
To divide or separate a specific area into smaller parts.
The police had to section off a large part of the park because of the investigation.
Often appears as...
- section off a room
- section off a part
verb
To separate or isolate a person or thing from others.
For safety reasons, the teacher had to section off the injured student from the rest of the class.
Often appears as...
- section off a person
- section off a machine
verb
To block or close off a specific area so it is not accessible.
They had to section off the unstable building from the public to prevent any accidents.
Often appears as...
- section off a road
- section off a site
Usage tips
Technical
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/2Visual Boundaries
Imagine creating visible lines or barriers within a bigger space to make distinct smaller sections.
The event planners will section off the hall into exhibition areas.
Pro Tip 2/2Temporary Change
'Section off' often implies a temporary division, for a particular purpose or event.
The restaurant will section off a dining area for the private party tonight.
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