1. An area of land that has not been permanently inhabited or colonized by a significant population
The explorers ventured into unsettled territory beyond the frontier.
Os exploradores se aventuraram em território desabitado além da fronteira.
2. A region whose political status or sovereignty is disputed or not firmly established
The two nations argued over control of the unsettled territory.
As duas nações disputaram o controle do território contestado.
3. An area characterized by instability, uncertainty, or lack of clear governance
The company was reluctant to invest in such unsettled territory economically.
A empresa relutava em investir em um território economicamente incerto.