colonialization

[ kuh-loh-nee-uh-luh-zey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of bringing into subjection or subjugation by colonializing.
2. the state or fact of being colonialized.

Word History and Origins

Origin of colonialization¹

First recorded in 1760–70; colonial + -ization

Example Sentences

"The tradition of fruitcakes dates back centuries," says Dean Harper, "though their association with Christmas only became widespread in the Middle Ages. Obscurely enough, England passed some laws that prohibited the use of cake outside of holidays, leading many to treat it as a celebratory treat. On top of that, England saw an emerging tradition of eating the Twelfth Night cake to commemorate the end of the Christmas season. Naturally, this transitioned to the USA during the period of colonialization."

From Salon

It was about Europe — and its colonialization of the world.

From Washington Post

Add the doctrine of Terra Nullis, that lands not occupied by Christians were empty lands, open to colonialization.

From Salon

Through colonialization, multiple genders in indigenous cultures — like nádleehí and dilbaa people of the Navajo nation — were dehumanized.

From Los Angeles Times

That includes acknowledging the way that more harmless aspects of British culture are woven into former territories along with the more horrific parts of colonialization.

From Washington Post