territory

/tˈɛɹɪtəɹˌi/

/ˈtɛɹɪˌtɔɹi/

[NOUN]

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. People want territory.

2. As a result, the Creek refugees and their allies settled the territory with ease.

3. In the lions' territory, The cubs' father arrives back from his sojourn.

4. The river's constant change throws territories up in the air.