CEFR C1

territorially

adverb

Meaning

In a way that relates to a specific area of land or sea, or to the defense of such an area by an animal or country.

Examples

The two nations have been disputing the border territorially for decades.
Many species of birds behave territorially during mating season, defending their nests.

Synonyms: regionally, locally, geographically, domestically

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territorially (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /ˌtɛrɪˈtɔːriəli/

Definition

In a way that relates to a specific area of land or sea, or to the defense of such an area by an animal or country.

Examples

The two nations have been disputing the border territorially for decades.
Many species of birds behave territorially during mating season, defending their nests.
He tends to guard his workspace territorially, not liking others to move his things.

How to Use territorially

act territorially (collocation): To behave in a way that defends one's area. — "The new manager began to act territorially, making it clear who was in charge."
divide territorially (collocation): To separate into distinct areas. — "The region was divided territorially into several administrative districts."

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