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colonists

/kəˈlɑːnɪsts/ noun · British & US
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What does colonists mean?

noun

People who settle in a new country or region, especially in the early stages of its colonization. Colonists are often associated with the Pilgrims who established the Plymouth Colony in present-day Massachusetts.

Example

"The colonists worked tirelessly to build their new community, relying on each other for support and resources."

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