security screening area
/sɪˈkjʊərɪti ˈskriːnɪŋ ˈeəriə/
Meaning
This is the designated zone in an airport or public building where passengers and their belongings are inspected before entering secure areas. It typically involves X-ray machines, metal detectors, and identity checks.
Examples
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All passengers must present their boarding passes before entering the security screening area.
All passengers must present their boarding passes before entering the security screening area.
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Liquids exceeding 100ml are not permitted beyond the security screening area.
Liquids exceeding 100ml are not permitted beyond the security screening area.
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Please ensure all electronic devices are placed in separate bins at the security screening area.
Please ensure all electronic devices are placed in separate bins at the security screening area.
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The line at the security screening area was exceptionally long this morning.
The line at the security screening area was exceptionally long this morning.
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After passing through the security screening area, you will find the duty-free shops on your left.
After passing through the security screening area, you will find the duty-free shops on your left.
Common Mistakes
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✗ I lost my passport in the security check place.
✓ I lost my passport in the security screening area.
'Security check place' is too informal and non-standard. 'Security screening area' or 'security checkpoint' is the correct formal term.
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✗ You must show your ticket at the security control zone.
✓ You must show your ticket at the security screening area.
'Security control zone' is a literal translation from some European languages; English airports officially designate this as the 'security screening area' or 'checkpoint'.
Related Expressions
Practice
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Please have your passport and boarding pass ready as you approach the ___.
💡 The place where bags and passengers are checked.
Show answer
security screening area
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No liquids over 100ml are allowed past the ___.
💡 The airport checkpoint.
Show answer
security screening area