colonialism
1 of 1noun/kəˈloʊniəˌlɪzəm/
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the practice or policy of a nation controlling or ruling over foreign territories, often exploiting them economically and politically
- The country's history is marked by centuries of colonialism.
- Colonialism often led to the suppression of local cultures.
- Many countries gained independence after the end of colonialism.
- Scholars study the economic impact of colonialism on colonies.
- Colonialism involved the establishment of settlements and administration abroad.