Colonization
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /kɔlənɪˈzɛjʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Colonization is a noun meaning The process of establishing a colony.
Meaning
The process of establishing a colony.
More Meanings
- (social sciences) The process of colonizing or taking over.
Word Forms
- colonizations
- colonisation
Synonyms for colonization
Depending on context, synonyms include settlement, colonisation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include colonisation, settlement, colony, colonial, colonialist, colonialism.
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