De koloniale overheersing
Example: De koloniale overheersing heeft diepe sporen nagelaten in de geschiedenis.
Definition
"De koloniale overheersing" refers to the period and practice of control and domination by a foreign power over a territory and its people, often involving exploitation and cultural imposition. It has left deep marks in history, influencing social, political, and economic structures.
Etymology
The phrase "de koloniale overheersing" is Dutch, where "koloniale" derives from the Latin 'colonia,' meaning 'settlement,' and "overheersing" means 'domination' or 'control.' Did you know? The term reflects the historical era when European powers established colonies worldwide, imposing their rule on indigenous populations.
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"De koloniale overheersing" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (C1) - set 1", containing 99 commonly used words.
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