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territory

/ˈterɪtɔːri/

noun

Bir hükümdar, devlet veya hükümetin kontrolü altındaki toprak alanı

An area of land under the control of a ruler, state, or government.

  • The country expanded its territory through colonization.
  • This island is British territory.
  • They claimed the disputed territory as their own.
  • Colonial powers often redrew territory boundaries without regard for existing ethnic or cultural divisions, creating tensions that persist today.
  • The animal behavior study documented how individuals mark territory using scent signals to communicate boundaries to potential rivals.
  • International law defines the rights and responsibilities of nations regarding the exploration and exploitation of oceanic territory.
nounBiology

Bir hayvan veya grubun aynı türün diğer üyelerine karşı savunduğu alan

An area defended by an animal or group against others of the same species.

  • Male birds often sing to mark their territory.
  • The wolf pack defended its territory fiercely.
  • Cats are very protective of their territory.
noun

Bilgi, faaliyet veya sorumluluk alanı

An area of knowledge, activity, or responsibility.

  • Marketing is her territory; she handles all campaigns.
  • That question goes into uncharted territory.
  • Philosophy is difficult territory for beginners.