territorial
Translation
territorial
Examples
Cats are very territorial animals.
Cats are very territorial animals.
The country has territorial disputes with its neighbours.
The country has territorial disputes with its neighbors.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + ((noun)) relating to a territory The country has territorial disputes.
Similar Words
Synonyms: regional, provincial; Antonyms: international, global
Etymology
From Latin 'territorium' (land), from 'terra' (earth, land). The suffix '-ial' forms an adjective.
Memory Tips
Think of an animal defending its 'territory'. This adjective describes that behavior or anything related to land ownership.