Looking for the meaning of the word DECOLONIZING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of DECOLONIZING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Decolonize
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
diːˈkɒlənʌɪz
Dialects: British English
Definition:
free (an institution, sphere of activity, etc.) from the cultural or social effects of colonization; eliminate colonial influences or attitudes from
Short Definition:eliminate colonial influences from
Examples:- the museum is closing some galleries as it embarks on an effort to decolonize the institution
- the dean suggested giving grants to those who want to decolonize our curriculum
Definition:
(of a state) withdraw from (a colony), leaving it independent
Short Definition:withdraw from colony
Examples:- Spain seemed in no hurry to decolonize those lands
Variant Forms:
- decolonise
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