Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

zoner

noun
/ˈzoʊnər/
Definition
A zoner is a person who occupies a specific zone or area, often referring to someone who is focused or preoccupied with their own space or interests.
Examples
  • He’s such a zoner during meetings; he often seems lost in his own thoughts.
  • A good teacher can easily engage zoners by sparking their interest in the subject.
Meaning
The term can also imply someone who is deeply immersed in their activities, potentially to the exclusion of their surroundings.
Synonyms
  • Preoccupied
  • Absorbed
  • Engrossed
  • Focused