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borderland

[ ˈbɔːdəlænd ]

Noun

^{Context #1 | Noun}

mysterious

A borderland is an area near or along a border between two countries or territories, often with its own unique characteristics and challenges. It can be a place of cultural exchange, conflict, or intrigue.

Synonyms

border region, frontier.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
borderland	This term is generally used to describe areas close to a border between two countries. It often implies a region that may have mixed cultural influences from both nations. The lush forests of the borderland are home to a unique mix of flora and fauna The borderland between the two countries has seen a blending of culinary traditions
frontier	Use this term when referring to unexplored or newly settled areas, often evoking a sense of adventure and discovery. Historically, it has been used to describe the edges of settled territory. The early settlers saw the western frontier as a land of opportunity In space exploration, Mars is considered the new frontier
border region	This phrase is suitable in formal or academic contexts to describe areas adjacent to a boundary, particularly where administrative, economic, or political considerations are important. Trade has been increasing in the border region due to new policies Healthcare in the border region is often a concern for both countries

Word

Description / Examples

borderland

This term is generally used to describe areas close to a border between two countries. It often implies a region that may have mixed cultural influences from both nations.

The lush forests of the borderland are home to a unique mix of flora and fauna
The borderland between the two countries has seen a blending of culinary traditions

frontier

Use this term when referring to unexplored or newly settled areas, often evoking a sense of adventure and discovery. Historically, it has been used to describe the edges of settled territory.

The early settlers saw the western frontier as a land of opportunity
In space exploration, Mars is considered the new frontier

border region

This phrase is suitable in formal or academic contexts to describe areas adjacent to a boundary, particularly where administrative, economic, or political considerations are important.

Trade has been increasing in the border region due to new policies
Healthcare in the border region is often a concern for both countries

Examples of usage

Living in the borderland between two countries, she experienced a blend of different traditions.
The small town was located in the borderland, where different languages could be heard on the streets.

^{Context #2 | Noun}

fantasy

In fantasy literature, a borderland refers to a realm that exists between the ordinary world and a magical or mythical realm. It is often a place of adventure, danger, and supernatural encounters.

Synonyms

in-between realm, liminal space, threshold.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
borderland	When referring to an area of land near or between political or geographical borders. The borderland between the two countries is heavily guarded. Many different cultures meet in the borderland.

Word

Description / Examples

borderland

When referring to an area of land near or between political or geographical borders.

The borderland between the two countries is heavily guarded.
Many different cultures meet in the borderland.

Examples of usage

The protagonist ventured into the borderland, where creatures of myth roamed freely.
The borderland between reality and fantasy was a realm of endless possibilities.

Translations

Translations of the word "borderland" in other languages:

🇵🇹 terra de fronteira

🇮🇳 सीमांत प्रदेश

🇩🇪 Grenzland

🇮🇩 daerah perbatasan

🇺🇦 погранична зона

🇵🇱 pogranicze

🇯🇵 国境地帯

🇫🇷 région frontalière

🇪🇸 tierra fronteriza

🇹🇷 sınır bölgesi

🇰🇷 국경 지대

🇸🇦 منطقة حدودية

🇨🇿 pohraniční oblast

🇸🇰 pohraničná oblasť

🇨🇳 边疆地区

🇸🇮 mejno območje

🇮🇸 landamæri

🇰🇿 шекаралас аймақ

🇬🇪 საზღვრისპირა ტერიტორია

🇦🇿 sərhəd bölgəsi

🇲🇽 tierra fronteriza

Etymology

The term 'borderland' originated in the late 16th century, derived from the combination of 'border' and 'land'. It initially referred to a region near a border or frontier. Over time, the word came to represent not just a geographic area, but also a concept of liminality and transition. In various contexts, 'borderland' has been used to describe not only physical borders between countries, but also metaphorical boundaries between different states of being or realms of existence.

See also: bordering, borderline, borders.