noun
- territories, regions, or political entities that are not recognized as independent sovereign nations
Usage: plural form
Examples
- The organization includes both countries and noncountries in its membership.
- Some noncountries have their own currencies and governments.
- The treaty applies to all territories, including noncountries.
- Noncountries often depend on larger nations for defense.
- The conference welcomed delegates from countries and noncountries alike.
- Many noncountries seek greater autonomy or independence.