geofence

English

/ˈdʒiːəʊfɛns/, /ˈdʒioʊfɛns/

noun
Definitions
  • (computing) A virtual perimeter around a geographic area, typically enforced by monitoring the positions of trackable mobile devices inside or outside the area, and determining if they cross the "fence".

Etymology

Prefix from English fence.

Origin

English

fence

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