territory

UK
/ˈtɛrɪtəri/
US
/ˈtɛrɪtɔri/

Translations

territorynoun
territories
pl
UK
/ˈtɛrɪtəri/
US
/ˈtɛrɪtɔri/
The scientists explored the uncharted territory.
Учёные исследовали неизведанную территорию.
The military has declared this area a restricted territory.
Военные объявили эту зону закрытой территорией.
This territory is known for its rich biodiversity.
Эта область известна своим богатым биоразнообразием.
territoryadjective
UK
/ˈter.ɪ.tər.i/
US
/ˈter.əˌtɔːr.i/
Attributive use: placed before another noun to denote relation to a geographic or administrative area.

Definitions

territorynoun
An area of land under the jurisdiction of a ruler or state.
The country expanded its territory through a series of conquests.
A region of a country that is not a state and has its own government.
Puerto Rico is a territory of the United States.
An area defended by an animal or group of animals against others of the same species.
The wolf pack marked their territory to warn off intruders.
A field or sphere of activity or interest.
The new project falls within the territory of the marketing department.
territoryadjective
Relating to or designating a geographic area or administrative division known as a territory, especially when used attributively before another noun.
The company appointed a territory manager for the southeast region.