territories
Pronunciation: [ˈtɛrɪˌtɔriz]
Context: "geography"
(noun) an area of land that is under the control or ownership of a particular country, group, or person. It can be a place like a country or a specific part of the land that someone takes care of.
Example
The countries in North America each have their own territories.
Example
The territories of the two nations don't overlap; they are separate.
Example
What territories are included in the map you're showing?
Context: "relationship"
(noun) a space or area where someone has influence or power. This can be about friendships or work, showing how people manage their roles or interactions.
Example
In our group project, everyone has their own territories to cover.
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He tries to take control, but that makes her feel like her territories are being ignored.
Example
How should we respect each other’s territories in the group?
Context: "animal behavior"
(noun) a specific area that an animal defends against others of its kind. Animals mark their territories to show where they belong and to keep others away.
Example
The lion roamed freely in its territory, making sure no other lions came too close.
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The dog is not aggressive and doesn’t defend its territory from other dogs.
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How do animals know where their territories start and end?