Meaning of the word greenbelt in English

What does greenbelt mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

greenbelt

US /ˈɡriːn.belt/
UK /ˈɡriːn.belt/

Noun

an area of open land, parks, and farms surrounding a city, on which building is restricted

Example:
The city council voted to protect the local greenbelt from development.
Building new houses on the greenbelt is a controversial issue.