Meaning of the word "smoking section" in English

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smoking section

US /ˈsmoʊ.kɪŋ ˌsek.ʃən/
UK /ˈsməʊ.kɪŋ ˌsek.ʃən/
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Noun

a designated area in a public place, such as a restaurant or airport, where people are allowed to smoke

Example:
Is there still a smoking section in this restaurant?
The airport has a small smoking section near gate 10.