Colonization

Definition

Colonization is the act of establishing control over indigenous people in an area. The colonizing country generally transfers portions of its own population into the new territory.

Related terms

Settler Colonialism: A form of colonial formation whereby foreign people move into a region and establish permanent residence there often at the expense of indigenous populations.

Decolonization: The process by which colonies become independent from their colonizing country. Like finally getting your room back after kicking out the intruder!

Imperial Rule: A type of governance where an empire governs territories outside its geographical boundaries.