protectorate

Noun

A state or territory that is controlled and protected by a more powerful nation.

ریشه

From the Latin word 'protectoratus', past participle of 'protectorare' meaning 'to protect'.

مثال

• The country became a protectorate of the empire.
• The treaty established a protectorate over the region.
• The indigenous people were placed under the protectorate of the colonial power.

ترکیب‌های رایج

Establish a protectorate Place under a protectorate Declare a protectorate Grant protectorate status