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territorialidad

territoriality

noun teh-rree-toh-ryah-lee-DAHD Rare

Usage Note

Territorialidad is used in both animal-behavior contexts (a species defending its territory) and legal/political ones (the principle that a state's laws apply within its borders). The adjective is territorial. In international law, principio de territorialidad is a foundational concept in jurisdiction.

Examples

"La territorialidad es importante en el derecho internacional."

Natural Translation

Territoriality is important in international law.

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