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The synonyms of “Demarcation” are: contrast, dividing line, line, demarcation line, limit, separation, distinction, differentiation, division, boundary, border, borderline, frontier, bound
Demarcation as a Noun
Definitions of "Demarcation" as a noun
According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “demarcation” as a noun can have the following definitions:
- A dividing line.
- The practice of requiring that specific jobs be assigned to members of particular trade unions.
- The action of fixing the boundary or limits of something.
- A conceptual separation or distinction.
- The boundary of a specific area.
Synonyms of "Demarcation" as a noun (14 Words)
border | A district near the border between two areas. She stitched a border on to one of the plain white saris. |
borderline | A boundary separating two countries or areas. The borderline between ritual and custom. |
bound | The greatest possible degree of something. I went up the steps in two effortless bounds. |
boundary | A limit of something abstract, especially a subject or sphere of activity. A boundary wall. |
contrast | The opposition or dissimilarity of things that are compared. By contrast. |
demarcation line | The maximum credit that a customer is allowed. |
differentiation | A discrimination between things as different and distinct. Cell differentiation in the developing embryo. |
distinction | A discrimination between things as different and distinct. She graduated with the highest distinction. |
dividing line | A serious disagreement between two groups of people (typically producing tension or hostility. |
division | A group of organisms forming a subdivision of a larger category. Two infantry divisions were held in reserve. |
frontier | An undeveloped field of study; a topic inviting research and development. The frontier between thought and reality is confused. |
limit | Final or latest limiting point. The upper limit of the tidal reaches. |
line | A contour or outline considered as a feature of design or composition. Let me show you my etchings is a rather worn line. |
separation | The social act of separating or parting company. He hid in the separation between walls. |
Usage Examples of "Demarcation" as a noun
- Strikes over job demarcation.
- The demarcation between teachers and learners.
- The demarcation of the maritime border.
- A horizontal band that produces a distinct demarcation two inches from the top.