La domination coloniale
Example: La domination coloniale a profondément marqué les sociétés africaines.
Definition
"La domination coloniale" refers to the control and authority exerted by a colonial power over a territory and its people, often involving political, economic, and cultural subjugation. It significantly influences the social, economic, and political structures of the colonized regions.
Etymology
The phrase "la domination coloniale" combines the French word "domination," meaning control or authority, with "coloniale," derived from "colonie," which refers to a territory under foreign control. The term reflects the historical period when European powers extended their influence over other lands through colonization.
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