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DEMARCATION: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for DEMARCATION?

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Demarcation as a Noun
Definitions of "Demarcation" as a noun
Synonyms of "Demarcation" as a noun (14 Words)
Usage Examples of "Demarcation" as a noun

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.

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