colonial

Definition

• n. a resident of a colony
• adj. of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony
• adj. of animals who live in colonies, such as ants
• adj. composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony

Word forms

Plural

colonials

Example sentences

1. a.

   The colonial architecture in the city reflects its history of foreign rule.

2. n.

   Colonials often had to adapt to the local culture while maintaining their own traditions.