
Demarcation
Geographical Use
Often used when describing political or legal boundaries on maps and documents.
The treaty outlined the demarcation of each nation's borders.
Metaphorical Boundaries
Can also refer metaphorically to the limits of responsibilities or roles.
Their duties had clear demarcations to prevent overlap.
Conflict Context
Often found in contexts of disputes where clarifying territories or roles is essential.
The peace talks focused on demarcation of the contested zones. Compare with
BorderBoundaryDefinitionDelineateDistinctionLimitationPartitionSeparate
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