territorial

/tˌɛɹɪtˈɔːɹɪəl/

/ˌtɛɹɪˈtɔɹiəɫ/

[adjective] [noun]

territorial

[ADJECTIVE]

of or relating to a territory

defending a specific area against intruders to protect resources and ensure survival

antonyms : nonterritorial

belonging to the territory of any state or ruler

antonyms : extraterritorial

Territorial

[NOUN]

a territorial military unit

synonyms : territorial reserve

nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit

Examples

1. Many have criticized the government of running with the hare and hunting with the hounds regarding the territorial dispute between the two nations.

2. IP rights are territorial.

3. Large-billed terns are very territorial.

4. Male poison frogs are incredibly territorial.