Territories
/ˈtɛrɪtɔːriz/
Definitions
- (n.) Geographical areas under the jurisdiction or control of a sovereign state, distinct from states or provinces.
The federal government administered several territories before admitting them as states.
- (n.) Non-self-governing regions or dependencies recognized in international law.
The United Nations monitors the administration of non-self-governing territories.
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'territories' often contrast with 'states' or provinces in federal systems, indicating areas with limited or distinct self-governance or sovereignty.
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