Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unknown territory

noun

/ʌnˈnoʊn ˈtɛrɪtɔri/

Definition

A situation or area that is unfamiliar or not well understood.

Examples

Setting up a new business can feel like navigating unknown territory.
When traveling abroad for the first time, you may find yourself in unknown territory.
She was excited but nervous about diving into unknown territory in her career.

Meaning

‘Unknown territory’ refers to any context, experience, or situation that a person has not encountered before, often leading to uncertainty or challenges.