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   territory

   /ˈtɛrɪt(ə)ri/

   noun

   • 1. an area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state: "both countries accused the other of encroaching on their territory" Similar area of landarearegionenclavecountrystatelanddependencycolonydominionprotectoratefiefpossessionholdingdomaincountydistrictzonesectorquartersoilarchaic:demesne
   • ▪ an area defended by an animal or group of animals against others of the same sex or species: "male blackbirds try to attract as many females to their territory as possible"
   • ▪ an area defended by a team or player in a game or sport.
   • ▪ an area in which one has certain rights or for which one has responsibility with regard to a particular type of activity: "don't go committing murders on my territory" Similar domainarea of concern/interest/knowledgeprovincedepartmentfieldpreservespherearenarealmworldinformal:bailiwickturfsphere of operationsareasectionstamping groundhauntspurlieusinformal:turfpatchmanor
   • ▪ land with a specified characteristic: "woodland territory" Similar terrainlandtract of landgroundcountryside
   • 2. (especially in the US, Canada, or Australia) an organized division of a country that is not yet admitted to the full rights of a state.
   • 3. an area of knowledge, activity, or experience: "the contentious territory of clinical standards"

   Word Origin late Middle English: from Latin territorium, from terra ‘land’. The word originally denoted the district surrounding and under the jurisdiction of a town or city, specifically a Roman or provincial city.

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishTERRITORY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   TERRITORY definition: 1. (an area of) land, or sometimes sea, that is considered as belonging to or connected with a…. Learn more.

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   The meaning of TERRITORY is a geographic area belonging to or under the jurisdiction of a governmental authority. How to use territory in a sentence.

4. www.thefreedictionary.com › territoryTerritory - definition of territory by The Free Dictionary

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   A geographic region, such as a colonial possession, that is dependent on an external government: the territories of the Holy Roman Empire. a. A subdivision of the United States that is not a state and is administered by an appointed or elected governor and elected legislature. b. A similarly organized political subdivision of Canada or Australia.

5. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishTERRITORY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   A territory is a country or region that is controlled by another country. They just want to return to their families in the occupied territories. He toured some of the disputed territories now under U.N. control. You can use territory to refer to an area of knowledge or experience.

6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryTERRITORY | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   TERRITORY meaning: 1. (an area of) land, or sometimes sea, that is considered as belonging to or connected with a…. Learn more.

7. www.oed.com › dictionary › territory_n1territory, n.¹ meanings, etymology and more - Oxford English...

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   What does the noun territory mean? There are ten meanings listed in OED's entry for the noun territory. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. How common is the noun territory? How is the noun territory pronounced? Where does the noun territory come from?

8. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishterritory noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   [countable, uncountable] land that is under the control of a particular country or political leader. They have refused to allow UN troops to be stationed in their territory. The plane was shot down while overflying enemy territory. The territory had been controlled by Azerbaijan for many years.

9. www.britannica.com › dictionary › territoryTerritory Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary

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   TERRITORY meaning: 1 : an area of land that belongs to or is controlled by a government; 2 : one of the parts of the United States that is not a state

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    A certain area that's owned or under the control of someone is called a territory. Countries defend their territories during wars and dogs mark their territory in the yard by peeing on it.

11. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › english-wordTERRITORY - Meaning & Translations | Collins English Dictionary

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    Master the word "TERRITORY" in English: definitions, translations, synonyms, pronunciations, examples, and grammar insights - all in one complete resource.