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decolonisation
 

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Noun decolonisation has 1 sense
  1. decolonization, decolonisation - the action of changing from colonial to independent status
    --1 is a kind of group action
    Derived form: verb decolonise1

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Term: Decolonisation

Definition: Decolonisation refers to the process of undoing the effects of colonialism, where a colonized nation or territory gains independence from its colonial power and reclaims its sovereignty.

Examples:

Noun:

  1. The decolonisation of India in 1947 marked the end of British colonial rule.
  2. Several African countries underwent decolonisation in the mid-20th century.

Verb:

  1. After years of struggle, the nation successfully decolonised itself from foreign control.
  2. Decolonising the education system became a focal point in many post-colonial societies.

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