colonial

//kəˈloʊ.ni.əl//
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Adjective

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1

Relating to or characteristic of a colony or colonialism, especially the period when a country was under the control of a foreign power.

The city still has many beautiful colonial buildings from the 19th century.

2

Denoting a style of architecture or furniture originating in or associated with the American colonies before independence.

The house was built in the colonial style with white columns and a large porch.

Noun

1

A person who lives in or is a native of a colony.

The colonials demanded more rights from the British government.