Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

colonizador

Noun

/ˌkɒlənɪˈzeɪtər/

Definition

A person or group that settles in a new territory, often establishing control over it.

Examples

The colonizador established a new settlement in the previously uninhabited region.
Throughout history, many colonizadores have faced resistance from indigenous populations.
The story of the colonizador often reveals the complexities of cultural exchange and conflict.

Meaning

The term refers to individuals or entities that move into and settle an area, typically with the intention of exploiting its resources or asserting dominance over its original inhabitants.