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TERRITORIAL

(adj., noun)

Definitions

There are 5 meanings of the word Territorial.

Territorial - as an adjective

Of or relating to a territory

Example: "The territorial government of the virgin islands"

Displaying territoriality; defending a territory from intruders

Example: "Territorial behavior"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
nonterritorial

Belonging to the territory of any state or ruler

Example: "Territorial rights"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
extraterritorial

Territorial - as a noun

Nonprofessional soldier member of a territorial military unit

A territorial military unit

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
territorial reserve
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
guard
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"She is very territorial and doesn't like sharing her personal space."
"The lions are known for being territorial and marking their territory."
"The cat became aggressive and territorial when strangers entered its owner's house."
"The territorial dispute between the two countries led to ongoing conflicts."
"The dog barks loudly to protect its territorial boundaries."
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Word Game Points

Is TERRITORIAL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, territorial is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TERRITORIAL has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is TERRITORIAL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, territorial is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TERRITORIAL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is TERRITORIAL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, territorial is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TERRITORIAL has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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