Cordoned (off) is a term used to describe an area that has been blocked off or restricted from access. It can be done with physical barriers such as ropes, fences, or walls, or it can be done with virtual barriers such as security guards or police officers. The term cordoned (off) is derived from the French word cordon, which means 'a rope or cord.' Roped (5 letters) is a synonym for cordoned (off), and it is used to describe the same concept of restricting access to an area.