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Territory
01
gebied, territorium
a geographic area belonging to or ruled by a government or authority
Voorbeelden
The disputed territory has been a source of conflict between the two neighboring countries for decades.
Het betwiste gebied is al decennia lang een bron van conflict tussen de twee buurlanden.
The governor announced new policies to improve infrastructure in the northern territory.
De gouverneur kondigde nieuwe beleidsmaatregelen aan om de infrastructuur in het noordelijke gebied te verbeteren.
02
territorium, gebied
an area occupied by an animal or a group of animals that is defended against others
Voorbeelden
The lion fiercely defended its territory from intruding rivals.
De leeuw verdedigde fel zijn territorium tegen indringende rivalen.
Birds often mark their territory with songs to warn others to stay away.
Vogels markeren vaak hun territorium met liedjes om anderen te waarschuwen weg te blijven.
03
a field, subject, or area in which someone operates, works, or holds expertise
Voorbeelden
Mathematics is his territory; he excels at numbers.
Politics is a tricky territory for newcomers.
04
an area designated for administrative, organizational, or other official purposes
Voorbeelden
The company assigned sales staff to each territory.
The airline expanded its operations into new territories.
Lexicale Boom
territorial
territory
