just boundary

[dʒʌst ˈbaʊndəri]
noun phrasepl: just boundaries
fronteira justa; limite justo
1. A boundary or border line that is considered fair, equitable, and legally or morally justified between two territories, properties, or jurisdictions
The treaty established a just boundary between the two nations, respecting historical claims and geographical features.
O tratado estabeleceu uma fronteira justa entre as duas nações, respeitando reivindicações históricas e características geográficas.
2. In legal or political contexts, a demarcation line that has been determined through fair processes and recognized by involved parties
The arbitration panel worked to determine a just boundary that would satisfy both countries' territorial interests.
O painel de arbitragem trabalhou para determinar uma fronteira justa que satisfizesse os interesses territoriais de ambos os países.
This term is commonly used in diplomatic, legal, and political discourse in both English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking countries, particularly when discussing international borders, property disputes, or jurisdictional matters. It reflects values of fairness and justice in territorial arrangements.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
fair boundaryequitable borderlegitimate demarcationrightful frontier
Antonyms / Antônimos
unjust boundarydisputed borderillegitimate demarcationcontested frontier

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
fronteira justa; limite justo
Standard usage in legal and political contexts
Portugal
fronteira justa; limite equitativo
Similar usage with emphasis on equity and fairness
International Law
limite jurídico; demarcação legítima
Technical terminology used in diplomatic agreements

Related Words

boundary disputeterritorial agreementdemarcation lineborder treatyjurisdiction

Related Idioms & Phrases

to draw a just boundary
to establish a just boundary
to respect just boundaries
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