A anexação
Example: A anexação do território causou controvérsia internacional.
Definition
"Anexação" refers to the act of incorporating a territory or region into another political entity, usually by force or without the consent of the governed population. It often leads to political and territorial changes, as exemplified by the annexation of disputed lands.
Etymology
The word "anexação" comes from the Latin verb 'annectere,' meaning 'to tie to' or 'to bind.' It entered Portuguese through Late Latin and evolved to signify the formal process of adding or attaching land or territory to a country or state. Did you know? The term is closely linked to historical events where borders and sovereignty changed abruptly due to annexation.
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