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History & Social Studies · Grades 1–2

Colony

noun

A territory controlled and settled by people from another country.

Example Sentences

"America was made up of 13 colonies before it became independent."

"Britain established colonies across Asia, Africa, and the Americas."

Synonyms & Related Terms

settlementterritory

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Study Tips

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