Meaning of the word "turf war" in English

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turf war

US /ˈtɜːrf wɔːr/
UK /ˈtɜːrf wɔːr/
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Noun

1.

a bitter struggle between rival groups for territory or a sphere of influence

Example:
The two gangs were engaged in a violent turf war over drug distribution.
There's a constant turf war between the sales and marketing departments.
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