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territory

Pronunciation: [/ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹi/]

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territory: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use territory in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) an area of land; a region or district. It's like a piece of land that belongs to a particular group or person.

Example

The lion marked its territory by roaring loudly.

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The deer wandered into unfamiliar territory and got lost.

Example

Who does this territory belong to?

Context: “politics”

(noun) a defined area governed by a particular country or ruling power. It's like a specific piece of land controlled by a government.

Example

The dispute over the territory has been ongoing for years.

Example

The country decided to cede the territory to its neighbor.

Example

Why is territory important in international politics?

How to pronounce territory

Pronunciation: [/ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹi/]

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