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decolonization

The correct spelling is decolonization.

How to pronounce decolonization

noun

IPA: /diːˌkɒl.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

Say it like: Dec-olo-niz-ash-on

The correct spelling is decolonization. The freeing of a colony etc from dependent status by granting it independence.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The freeing of a colony etc from dependent status by granting it independence.
  2. 2.The reverse of colonization, i.e. granting back autonomy to a group.

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