Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
annexion
noun
/əˈnɛkʃən/
Definition
The act of annexing, or adding something to something else.
Examples
- The annexion of Crimea by Russia in 2014 sparked international condemnation.
- The annexion of Texas by the United States was a significant event in American history.
Meaning
Annexion refers to the process of incorporating a territory into an existing political entity, such as a country or state.
Synonyms
- annexation
- incorporation
- addition
