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Adjective extraterritorial has 1 sense
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Definitions from the WebExtraterritorialDefinition:Extraterritorial, as an adjective, refers to the legal or political power that a country has beyond its own borders. It is the jurisdiction exercised by a nation in foreign territories or over its citizens residing abroad. As a noun, it can refer to a person who enjoys diplomatic privileges and immunities in a foreign country. Examples:Adjective:1. The embassy is considered extraterritorial territory, meaning it is governed by the laws and regulations of its home country and not the host country. 2. The trade agreement grants extraterritorial rights to companies, allowing them to operate overseas without being subject to local laws. Noun:1. The ambassador enjoyed extraterritorial status, allowing him to be exempt from prosecution in the host country. 2. As an extraterritorial, the diplomat was protected from local customs duties. Related Products: | ||||
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