Colonizers

Definition

Colonizers are individuals or groups who establish colonies in foreign lands with the intention to settle there permanently or exploit resources.

Related terms

Imperialism: The policy or practice of extending a nation's power by gaining political and economic control over other areas.

Indigenous Peoples: Original inhabitants of a particular region before colonization or settlement by outside groups.

Postcolonialism: A theoretical framework that examines the social, cultural, and political legacy left behind after the end of colonial rule.