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Definition of Colonialism
1. Noun. Exploitation by a stronger country of weaker one; the use of the weaker country's resources to strengthen and enrich the stronger country.
Specialized synonyms: Neocolonialism
Derivative terms: Colonialist
Definition of Colonialism
1. n. The state or quality of, or the relationship involved in, being colonial.
Definition of Colonialism
1. Noun. The colonial domination policy pursued by the powers of Europe, from the second half of the XIX century to the years following World War II. A colonial system. ¹
2. Noun. A colonial linguistic expression. Term or expression of colonial origin entered in a language. ¹
3. Noun. Colonial life. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Colonialism
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Medical Definition of Colonialism
1. The aggregate of various economic, political, and social policies by which an imperial power maintains or extends its control over other areas or peoples. It includes the practice of or belief in acquiring and retaining colonies. The emphasis is less on its identity as an ideological political system than on its designation in a period of history. (webster, 3d ed; from dr. J. Cassedy, nlm history of medicine division) (12 Dec 1998)