territorial
//ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl//
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.