colonialism - Definition & Meaning

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the practice or policy of a nation controlling or ruling over foreign territories, often exploiting them economically and politicallythe practice or policy of a nation controlling or ruling over foreign territories, often exploiting them economically and politically

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the practice or policy of a nation controlling or ruling over foreign territories, often exploiting them economically and politically

The country's history is marked by centuries of colonialism.
Colonialism often led to the suppression of local cultures.
Many countries gained independence after the end of colonialism.
Scholars study the economic impact of colonialism on colonies.
Colonialism involved the establishment of settlements and administration abroad.