decolonized
|de/col/o/nized|
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/diːˈkɑːləˌnaɪzd/
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/diːˈkɒlənaɪzd/
(decolonize)
removal of colonial rule
Etymology
Etymology Information
'decolonize' originates from the prefix 'de-' meaning 'reverse' and 'colonize' from Latin 'colonia' meaning 'settlement'.
Historical Evolution
'decolonize' evolved from the concept of reversing colonization, which became prominent in the 20th century.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to reverse colonization', and this meaning has remained consistent.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to free a country or area from being a colony, making it independent.
Many African countries were decolonized in the mid-20th century.
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Last updated: 2025/01/12 10:55