colonies

Noun

Plural form of 'colony', referring to a group of people who settle in a new territory but maintain ties with their homeland.

ریشه

From Latin 'colonia' (colony).

مثال

• The British colonies in North America declared independence.
• The ancient Greeks established colonies throughout the Mediterranean.
• The colonies were governed by appointed officials.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Establish colonies Colonial rule Former colonies