Territory

/tˈɛɹɪtəɹˌi/

/ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹi/

Territory

a geographic area belonging to or ruled by a government or authority

synonyms : district

an area occupied by an animal or a group of animals that is defended against others

an area of knowledge or interest

the geographical area under the jurisdiction of a sovereign state

synonyms : soil

Examples

1. They work a large territory as sales representatives.

2. By the 1950s, television had made great inroads into the territory of the news magazines.

3. When you're the boss, staying late at the office just comes with the territory.

4. We need to be careful when camping in bear territory.