colonist
UK: ˈkɒlənɪst | US: ˈkɑːlənɪst
n. a person who settles or establishes a settlement in a new country or region
n. a member of a colony, often under the control of a distant governing power
colonist = colon<settlement> + ist<agent noun suffix>
- colon (from Latin colonia, meaning "settlement" or "farm")
- ist (suffix denoting a person associated with a specific action or belief, from Greek -istes)
Etymology Origin:
The word "colonist" traces back to Latin colonia, referring to a settlement or farm established by Romans in conquered territories. The suffix -ist (via Greek -istes) was later added to form an agent noun, signifying a person who establishes or inhabits a colony. The term reflects the historical practice of expansion and settlement, particularly during European colonialism.
The early colonists faced harsh winters and food shortages.
Many colonists rebelled against the oppressive taxes imposed by the distant government.
The island was originally inhabited by indigenous people before the arrival of European colonists.
As a colonist, he worked to cultivate the land and build a new community.
The colonists maintained close ties with their homeland while adapting to the new environment.