Definitions

1. verb

to subject a country or area to colonial rule; to make (a place) a colony.

“The country was colonized by European powers in the 18th century.”

2. verb

to impose one’s own culture, language, or system of government on (a place or people).

“The colonial powers tried to impose their language and culture on the local population.”

3. noun

the act or process of imposing one’s own culture, language, or system of government on (a place or people).

“The colonialization of the country led to the loss of its native culture.”

4. noun

a place or area that has been subject to colonial rule or influence.

“The former colony has struggled to maintain its independence since gaining self-rule.”