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n. - A military unit for a certain area; Nonprofessional soldier member of a region's military unit adj. - Belonging to the land of any state or ruler; Of or relating to a region.

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  • territorial rights
  • territorial behavior
  • Both sexes use these wing knobs in territorial fights and displays.
  • He is also suspected of illegally fishing in Japanese territorial waters.
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