noun
one's territory; one's domain
Refers to land or area under one's own control, often used in historical or feudal contexts, but can apply to any personal domain.
戦国大名は自領の拡大に努めた。
The feudal lords strove to expand their own territories.
彼は自領の管理に細心の注意を払っている。
He pays close attention to the management of his domain.