Definition & Meaning of "decolonization"in English

Decolonization

the process by which colonies or territories gain independence from colonial rule

Grammatical Information

Animacy status

Abstract

Composition

Compound

Uncountable

singular

not gender specific

Examples

The decolonisation of Africa in the mid-20th century led to the emergence of numerous independent nations.

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decolonization

colonization

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