colonize
|col/o/nize|
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/ˈkɑː.ləˌnaɪz/
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/ˈkɒl.ə.naɪz/
establish a colony
Etymology
Etymology Information
'colonize' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'colonia,' where 'colonus' meant 'farmer' or 'settler.'
Historical Evolution
'colonia' transformed into the French word 'coloniser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'colonize' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to settle or farm,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'establishing a colony.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to establish a colony in or on a place, often by settling a group of people there.
The British colonized many parts of Africa.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40