域外
Meanings
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noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
outside the area; outside the zone; out of bounds
Refers to being outside a defined area, region, or scope. Often used in formal, technical, or news contexts.
The facility does not accept visitors from outside the area.
Players from outside the region can also participate in the tournament.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉の域外outside the area of 〈場所〉
The factory was built outside the scope of the city plan.
- 域外に出るto leave the designated area or zone
You cannot leave the designated zone without this permit.
- 域外から〈物〉が入るfor something to come in from outside the area
Without stricter quarantine measures, pathogens could enter from outside the area.