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Colonialism

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Definition

Colonialism is a policy or practice of acquiring full or partial political control over another country, occupying it with settlers, and exploiting it economically.

Synonyms & similar words

imperialism domination subjugation oppression exploitation hegemony supremacy control enslavement conquest occupation annexation invasion power rule tyranny despotism autocracy totalitarianism fascism

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