1. Land or territory that has been developed with infrastructure, institutions, and cultural refinement; area inhabited by people with organized society and advanced customs
The explorers ventured beyond civilized land into uncharted wilderness.
Os exploradores aventuraram-se além da terra civilizada em direção à selva inexplorada.
2. Territory under the rule of law and governed by established social norms and institutions
The settlers established a new community in civilized land near the coast.
Os colonos estabeleceram uma nova comunidade em terra civilizada perto da costa.