dictionary.pt

colonial

adjective/kulunˈjal/medium

co·lo·ni·al

Definition

Relating to colonies or the historical period of colonization; characteristic of the colonial system.
Colonial architecture is visible in many former Portuguese cities.
The colonial power exerted control over the territories.
Common collocations
colonial eracolonial administrationcolonial style

Etymology

Do latim 'colonialis', de 'colonia' (colónia, estabelecimento).

Related words