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land power

[/lænd ˈpaʊər/]
nounpl: land powers
potência terrestre
1. A nation or state with strong military and political influence primarily based on land forces and territorial control
Russia has historically been considered a land power due to its vast territory and strong army.
A Rússia historicamente é considerada uma potência terrestre devido ao seu vasto território e exército forte.
2. Military strength and capability derived from ground forces, equipment, and fortified positions
The country invested heavily in land power to strengthen its continental defense.
O país investiu pesadamente em poder terrestre para fortalecer sua defesa continental.
Synonyms
terrestrial powerground powercontinental power
Antonyms
sea powernaval powerair power

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
potência terrestre
Standard term used in military and geopolitical contexts
Portugal
potência terrestre
Same as Brazilian Portuguese; formal military terminology

Related Idioms & Phrases

balance of power
military dominance
geopolitical strength
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