Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

boundary-dispute

noun
/ˈbaʊndəri dɪˈspjuːt/
Definition
A disagreement or conflict over the location or extent of a property line or border between two or more entities.
Examples
  • After years of negotiation, the farmers finally resolved their boundary dispute.
  • The boundary dispute between the two countries escalated to international attention.
  • The city council held a meeting to address the ongoing boundary dispute among residents.
Meaning
Boundary disputes typically arise when two parties have conflicting claims about where their property ends and another begins. This can involve land ownership issues, territorial claims, or even disputes between countries over borders.
Synonyms
  • border conflict
  • property dispute
  • territorial dispute