Definition and meaning of English word "territory"
territory
/təˈrɪtəri/
Meaning
NounA large extent or tract of land; for example a region, country or district.
How to use
The term 'territory' is commonly used in geographical, political, and ecological contexts to describe a large area of land. It is often employed in formal and educational settings. A notable grammatical nuance is that 'territory' can be used with or without an article, depending on whether a specific or general reference is intended, e.g., 'The territory of Australia is vast' versus 'Territory governments have certain powers.'
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territory
Example
The country has a large territory.
The territory is under dispute.
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Common phrases
- national territory— national territory
- territory under dispute— territory under dispute
- federal territory— federal territory
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Frequency rank: #486 in English
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The English word "territory" means "territory" in English.
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