territorial

//ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl//
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Adjective

territorialCanonical form
more territorialComparative
most territorialSuperlative
1

Relating to the ownership or control of an area of land or sea.

The two countries have been in a territorial dispute for decades.

2

Describing behavior in which an animal or person defends their space or possessions against others.

My cat is very territorial and doesn't like other animals in the house.

3

Relating to a particular geographic territory or region.

The country has strict territorial boundaries.

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