Monroe Doctrine

noun

, U.S. History.

1. the policy, as stated by President Monroe in 1823, that the U.S. opposed further European colonization of and interference with independent nations in the Western Hemisphere.

Monroe doctrine

noun

1. a principle of US foreign policy that opposes the influence or interference of outside powers in the Americas

Monroe Doctrine

1. A statement of foreign policy issued by President James Monroe in 1823, declaring that the United States would not tolerate intervention by European nations in the affairs of nations in the Americas. Monroe also promised that the United States would not interfere with European colonies already established or with governments in Europe .

Example Sentences

Ahead of the impending commemorations of the Monroe Doctrine, we should understand that U.S. policymakers exported prison slavery along with their foreign policy aims.

From Salon

It hosted an anniversary celebration for the Monroe Doctrine and a Buster Keaton film screening.

From Los Angeles Times

On Fox News, Mr. DeSantis called for a 21st-century version of the Monroe Doctrine to counter China’s influence in Latin America.

From New York Times

James Monroe wasn’t the principal force behind the Monroe Doctrine.

From Washington Times

But other recovered presidential documents have held greater significance, including the original copies of the Monroe Doctrine and the Treaty of Versailles.

From Washington Post