Reservation Land
/ˌrɛzərˈveɪʃən lænd/
Definitions
- (n.) Land set aside by the federal government for the use and occupancy of Native American tribes.
The tribe holds exclusive rights to use resources on their reservation land.
Forms
- reservation land
- reservation lands
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Commentary
Reservation land is distinct from other tribal lands in that it is held in trust by the federal government, which affects jurisdiction and governance.
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