extraterritoriality

noun

Meaning

Exemption from the jurisdiction of local laws, usually granted to foreign diplomats, heads of state, or military personnel.

Examples

The embassy grounds enjoy extraterritoriality, meaning local police cannot enter without permission.
Historical treaties often forced weaker nations to grant extraterritoriality to citizens of stronger colonial powers.

Synonyms: immunity, exemption, jurisdictional immunity

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extraterritoriality

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɛkstrətɛrɪtɔːriˈælɪti/

Definition

Exemption from the jurisdiction of local laws, usually granted to foreign diplomats, heads of state, or military personnel.

Examples

The embassy grounds enjoy extraterritoriality, meaning local police cannot enter without permission.
Historical treaties often forced weaker nations to grant extraterritoriality to citizens of stronger colonial powers.

Synonyms of extraterritoriality

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