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Topic: Politics

colonization

IPA: /ˌkɒlənaɪˈzeɪʃən/

KK: /kɑlənəˈzeɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of settling in a new area and taking control of it, often involving the domination of the local people.

Example: The colonization of the Americas had a profound impact on the indigenous populations.

colonizationist

IPA: /ˌkɒlənaɪˈzeɪʃənɪst/

KK: /ˌkɒlənaɪˈzeɪʃənɪst/

noun

Definition: A person who supports or promotes the establishment of colonies in a new territory.

Example: The colonizationist argued for the benefits of expanding the empire into new lands.

colonize

IPA: /ˈkɒlənaɪz/

KK: /ˈkɑləˌnaɪz/

intransitive verb

Definition: To establish a new community in a place, often by moving people from one area to another.

Example: Many countries sought to colonize new territories during the age of exploration.

transitive verb

Definition: To establish a new settlement or community in a place, often by taking control of the area and its resources.

Example: The country decided to colonize the island to expand its territory.

colonizer

IPA: /ˈkɒlənaɪzər/

KK: /ˈkɒlənaɪzər/

noun

Definition: A person who goes to live in a new area or country, often to establish control over it and its people.

Example: The colonizer brought new customs and ideas to the land they settled in.

colony

IPA: /ˈkɒləni/

KK: /ˈkɑləni/

noun

Definition: A group of people or animals living together in a new place, often controlled by a parent country or organization.

Example: The colony of penguins huddled together to keep warm during the harsh winter.

colorism

IPA: /ˈkʌlərɪzəm/

KK: /ˈkʌlərɪzəm/

noun

Definition: Discrimination or unfair treatment of individuals based on the shade of their skin, often occurring within the same racial or ethnic group.

Example: Colorism can lead to significant social and economic disparities among people with different skin tones.

columniation

IPA: /kəˌlʌm.niˈeɪ.ʃən/

KK: /kəˌlʌm.niˈeɪ.ʃən/

noun

Definition: The arrangement or use of columns in a building or structure, often related to architectural design.

Example: The columniation of the ancient temple showcased the beauty of classical architecture.

combat

IPA: /ˈkɒm.bæt/

KK: /ˈkɒmbæt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to fighting or warfare, often used to describe equipment or personnel that are used in battles.

Example: The soldiers wore special combat gear to protect themselves during the mission.

intransitive verb

Definition: To take part in a fight or struggle, often in a military context.

Example: The soldiers will combat against the enemy forces.

noun

Definition: A type of fighting or struggle, often involving weapons, between people or groups.

Example: The soldiers prepared for combat as the enemy approached.

transitive verb

Definition: To fight against someone or something, especially in a battle or conflict.

Example: The soldiers were trained to combat enemy forces effectively.

combatant

IPA: /kəmˈbætənt/

KK: /kəmˈbætənt/

adjective

Definition: Relating to or engaged in fighting or conflict, especially in a military context.

Example: The combatant forces clashed on the battlefield during the war.

noun

Definition: A person or vehicle that participates in a fight or battle.

Example: The combatants faced each other on the battlefield, ready for the fight.

combative

IPA: /kəmˈbætɪv/

KK: /kəmˈbætɪv/

adjective

Definition: Having a strong desire to fight or argue; aggressive in nature.

Example: His combative attitude made it difficult for others to work with him.

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