territorial

Word parts

territory + -al

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˌtɛr.ɪˈtɔː.ri.əl/
• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˌtɛr.əˈtɔr.i.əl/

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Adjective

Positive territorial

Comparative more territorial

Superlative most territorial

1. A territorial person or animal is one that is very protective of its territory.

   Wolves are territorial animals.

2. Relating to territory.