Dictionary Entry
border dispute
noun phraseFind the meaning of the word border dispute, plus dictionary definition, pronunciation, thesaurus-style synonyms, antonyms, and related vocabulary.
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Meaning
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A disagreement over the boundary between two countries or territories.
Example Sentence
The two neighboring countries have been engaged in a long-standing border dispute over the fertile river valley.
Usage Note
Used to describe disagreements or conflicts that arise when the exact line separating two regions, countries, or properties is unclear or contested, often leading to political tension or military action.