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colonially

/kəˈloʊ.ni.ə.li/
co · lo · ni · al · ly
Adjective:colonial
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1

In a manner relating to, characteristic of, or by means of a political colony or colonialism.

Example

"The region was governed colonially for over two centuries before achieving independence."

2

In dense biological colonies or close communal groups of the same species.

Example

"Many seabirds, such as puffins and gannets, nest colonially along steep coastal cliffs."

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Colonially. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/colonially
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