This is the 4233rd most frequent French word.
démarcation
"Boundary" or "separation."
The term 'démarcation' is used to denote a physical or conceptual dividing line, indicating separation or distinction.
La ligne de démarcation entre le nord et le sud était clairement définie.
The line of demarcation between the north and the south was clearly defined.
Here, 'démarcation' refers to differentiating or distinguishing abstract concepts or opinions.
Dans le débat, la démarcation entre leurs idées était subtile mais importante.
In the debate, the demarcation between their ideas was subtle but significant.
In this example, 'démarcation' relates to the action of setting boundaries or limits, typically in a practical or spatial sense.