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Colony

usgb/ˈkɑːləni/Volume
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Historical Importance

Historical context suggests dominance and control over the colonized region.

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India was once a colony under British rule.
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Cultural Sensitivity

The term may carry negative connotations of oppression and exploitation.

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He studied how the colony's resources were exploited.
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Modern Usage

Today, 'colony' can refer to regions with autonomy but linked to another country.

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Puerto Rico is often referred to as a U.S. colony.
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