colonization
Translation
colonisation
Examples
The colonization of the Americas began in the 15th century.
The colonisation of the Americas began in the 15th century.
They discussed the future colonization of Mars.
They discussed the future colonisation of Mars.
Grammar Patterns
the colonization of ((sth.)) the act of sending people to live in and govern another country The colonization of the Americas was a long process.
Similar Words
Synonyms: settlement, occupation, subjugation
Etymology
From 'colonize' + '-ation' (a suffix indicating a process or action). 'Colonize' comes from Latin 'colōnia' (settlement).
Memory Tips
The ending '-ation' often means 'the process of'. So, colonization is the process of making a colony.