Colonist
Colonist
Colonist (/kɒlənɪst/) is a term used to describe an individual who has migrated to and settled in an area, often a foreign land, to establish a colony. The term is derived from the Latin word "colonus", which means "farmer".
Etymology
The term "colonist" is derived from the Latin word "colonus", which means "farmer". This term was used to describe Romans who set up colonies in other lands. The word was later adopted into English in the 16th century to describe settlers in the New World.
Related Terms
- Colony: A territory or community established by colonists.
- Settler: A person who settles in a new locality, forming a community.
- Immigrant: A person who comes to live permanently in a foreign country.
- Pioneer: A person who is among the first to explore or settle a new country or area.
- Expatriate: A person who lives outside their native country.
See Also
References
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Colonist
- Wikipedia's article - Colonist
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