Meaning & Definition of word "Territory"

Territory

/ˈtɛrɪtɔːri/

1. An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.
- Example: The country claimed the territory as part of its national boundaries.
2. A region or area characterized by a particular feature or condition.
- Example: This territory is known for its diverse wildlife and unique ecosystems.
3. A geographical area that an animal defends against others of the same species.
- Example: The male lion marked his territory to warn other males not to intrude.
4. An area or scope of activity, influence, or knowledge.
- Example: The new policy was viewed as an overreach into the territory of local governance.
5. A designated administrative division within certain countries.
- Example: Puerto Rico is an unincorporated territory of the United States.

●Middle English: from Old French territoire, based on Latin territorium, from terre 'earth, land'.

marking territory:

Defining or claiming an area as one's own.

territory dispute:

A disagreement over land boundaries.

personal territory:

Physical or emotional space that someone feels is theirs.

territorial:

Related to territory; claiming or defending a specific area.

territoriality:

The behavioral tendency of animals to defend a territory.

territorialize:

To establish control over a territory.

Meaning: Home turf

● Example Sentence: This is my home turf; I know every street here.

Meaning: No man's land

● Example Sentence: The abandoned factory was a no man's land for the kids.

Meaning: Claiming one's spot

● Example Sentence: In the party, she was claiming her spot by the dance floor.