Land Claim
/ˈlænd kleɪm/
Definitions
- (n.) A formal assertion of ownership or right to a specific tract of land, often by indigenous groups or settlers.
The indigenous tribe filed a land claim to protect their ancestral territory.
- (n.) A demand or pursuit for recognition of legal rights over land, including title or usage rights.
Settlers submitted land claims to the government during the westward expansion.
Forms
- land claim
- land claims
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Commentary
Land claims often involve complex historical and legal considerations, requiring precise identification of ownership and customary rights.
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