Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
territorial-claim
noun
/ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəl kleɪm/
Definition
A territorial claim is a legal declaration asserting control over a specific geographic area.
Examples
- Many countries have historical territorial claims that date back centuries.
- The dispute arose from conflicting territorial claims in the region.
- Efforts to resolve territorial claims can often lead to international negotiations.
Meaning
The action or assertion of a particular land or area being owned or governed by a state or individual.
Synonyms
- land claim
- land ownership
- territorial assertion
