Geography
/ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfi/
Definitions
- (n.) The study or description of the physical features of the earth, including boundaries, territories, and locations relevant to legal jurisdictions.
The legal brief referenced the geography of disputed land to support its territorial claims.
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In legal contexts, geography often underpins territorial claims and jurisdictional boundaries, making precise geographical description crucial in litigation and treaty drafting.
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