Definition

Relating to or occurring between different colonies.

Example

The intercolonial trade agreements helped boost the economies of the regions involved.

Conversation

I just read about the intercolonial trade routes in history class.

That sounds interesting! What did you learn about them?

They were crucial for the economy of the colonies back then.

I can see how that would connect them all together.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intercolonial → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "colonial" (from Latin "colonia", meaning a settlement or colony). The word "intercolonial" refers to something that exists or occurs between different colonies.

Memory Tip

Think of things that happen 'between' ('inter-') different 'settlements' ('colonial') — that's what intercolonial means.

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