decolonization

/diˌkɑlənəˈzeɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process by which a colony gains independence from a colonizing country.
    • Decolonization changed the political map of Asia and Africa.
    • The United Nations supported decolonization efforts around the world.
    • Scholars debate the lasting effects of decolonization on former colonies.
  2. The act of undoing colonial influences in culture, education, or thought.
    • Artists use their work to promote decolonization of cultural narratives.
    • Decolonization of language involves reviving indigenous languages.
    • The movement for decolonization of education is growing globally.
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