The border change
Example: The border change caused disputes between the two countries.
Definition
"The border change" refers to the alteration or adjustment of boundaries between countries or regions, often resulting from treaties, conflicts, or negotiations. It can lead to shifts in territorial control and may cause political or social disputes, as in the example: The border change caused disputes between the two countries.
Etymology
The phrase "the border change" combines 'border,' derived from the Old French 'bordure' meaning edge or boundary, and 'change,' originating from the Latin 'cambiare,' meaning to exchange or alter. Together, they describe the modification of a boundary line separating territories.
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"The border change" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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