Definition

Relating to a legal jurisdiction that extends beyond the boundaries of a specific territory or country.

Example

The embassy operates under extraterritorial laws, meaning it is not subject to the host country's regulations.

Conversation

Did you hear about the new exterritorial laws being discussed?

Yeah, I read something about it; it sounds pretty complicated.

I wonder how they’ll affect people living abroad.

It could be a big change for many, especially with legal matters.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Exterritorial → It is formed from "ex-" (meaning out of or outside) and "territorial" (from Latin "territorium", meaning land or territory). The word refers to something that is outside the jurisdiction of a particular territory or land.

Memory Tip

Think of 'outside' ('ex-') of a specific 'land' ('territorial') — that's why exterritorial means something that exists beyond the boundaries of a territory.

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