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colonial
01
related to a country that controls another territory or country
Examples
Colonial rule often involved the imposition of new laws and institutions by the ruling power.
The colonial period saw significant cultural exchanges and conflicts between indigenous peoples and colonizers.
02
reflecting the style of architecture or decoration typical in 18th-century America under British influence
Examples
The colonial architecture in the city reflects the influence of European settlers who once inhabited the area.
The house was built in colonial style with symmetrical windows.
03
(of animals) living and operating collectively in a colony, such as ants or bees
Examples
Ants are highly colonial creatures.
Colonial birds often nest in large groups.
04
made up of many separate individuals forming a single functional unit or colony
Examples
Coral reefs are colonial structures composed of tiny polyps.
Colonial tunicates function as one organism despite multiple individuals.
Colonial
01
a person who lives in or comes from a colony
Examples
The colonials settled along the riverbanks.
Colonials in the Caribbean maintained European customs.
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