plural of specific leaf area

(anatomy) The posterior section of the superior temporal gyrus in the dominant cerebral hemisphere, one of two parts of the cerebral cortex linked with speech (the other being Broca's area).

(military, of devices, typically weapons) Intended to prevent an adversary from occupying or traversing a certain area of land.

plural of service area

A place built alongside a limited-access road where one can stop to buy fuel, refreshments, and so on.

(idiomatic) Indicates that a future event appears uncertain, especially one that before seemed more certain. Any prior agreements are no longer valid.

plural of penalty area

An extinct language of Australia.

A place to gather in preparation.

(idiomatic, rhetorical question) Used to express surprise at an unlikely outcome.