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    Territorios (en. Territories)

    /te.ri.tɔ.ɾjos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Expanses of land that belong to or are controlled by a political entity.
    The disputed territories have generated historical conflicts.
    Los territorios en disputa han generado conflictos históricos.
    Areas that are considered specific for human activity, such as cultural or economic.
    Each territory has its own customs and traditions.
    Cada territorio tiene sus propias costumbres y tradiciones.
    In biology, it refers to the areas that certain animals consider their home.
    Males defend their territory from other competitors.
    Los machos defienden su territorio de otros competidores.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'territorĭum', which means 'land' or 'expanse of land'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    unexplored territories
    Unrecognized or unmapped areas.
    territorios inexplorados
    gain territory
    Increase influence or control over an area.
    ganar territorio
    mark territory
    Establish boundaries or demarcate control over an area.
    marcar territorio

    Related Words

    territorial
    Related to a territory or its characteristics.
    territorial
    territoriality
    Quality of occupying and defending a territory.
    territorialidad
    territorialism
    Attitude or policy of defending one's territories.
    territorialismo

    Slang Meanings

    Territory as an area of influence or control in a social context.
    That neighborhood is his territory, don't get involved.
    Ese barrio es su territorio, no te metas.
    It refers to a place where clandestine activities take place.
    That is a dangerous territory to be in alone.
    Ese es un territorio peligroso para andar solo.