Definitions of territoriality [ˌtɛr ɪˌtɔr iˈæl ɪ ti, -ˌtoʊr-]

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Definition of 'territoriality'

Random House Webster's College Dictionary

1. (n.) territoriality
territorial quality, condition, or status.

2. territoriality
the behavior of an animal in defining and defending its territory.

3. territoriality
attachment to or protection of a territory or domain.

Etymology: (1890–95)

Definition of 'territoriality'

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1. (noun) territoriality
the behavior of a male animal that defines and defends its territory

Definition of 'territoriality'

U.S. National Library of Medicine

1. territoriality
Behavior in defense of an area against another individual or individuals primarily of the same species.

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