Meaning of the word zonal in English

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zonal

US /ˈzoʊ.nəl/
UK /ˈzəʊ.nəl/

Adjective

of, relating to, or characteristic of a zone or zones

Example:
The climate exhibits distinct zonal patterns.
Scientists are studying the zonal distribution of plant species.