1. the action of fixing or marking the boundaries or limits of something
2. a boundary or limit that has been established

Examples

• The delimitation of the national park boundaries took several months to complete.
• Border disputes often arise from unclear delimitation of territorial limits.
• The treaty included precise delimitation of fishing rights in coastal waters.
• Urban planners worked on the delimitation of residential and commercial zones.
• The delimitation between public and private property was clearly marked.
• International law governs the delimitation of maritime boundaries.
• The survey team was responsible for the delimitation of the new county lines.