Meaning of the word colonies in English
What does colonies mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
colonies
US /ˈkɑː.lə.niz/
UK /ˈkɒl.ə.niz/
Plural Noun
1.
countries or areas under the full or partial political control of another country, typically a distant one, and occupied by settlers from that country
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Many European nations established colonies in Africa and Asia.
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The thirteen American colonies declared independence from Britain.
2.
groups of people or animals of the same type living together
Example:
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A large colony of ants marched across the kitchen floor.
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The island is home to a vast colony of seabirds.
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