protectorates

[US]/prəˈtɛktərɪts/
[UK]/prəˈtɛktərɪts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a state or territory that is protected and controlled by a more powerful country

Phrases & Collocations

foreign protectorates

historical protectorates

british protectorates

french protectorates

territorial protectorates

independent protectorates

overseas protectorates

former protectorates

military protectorates

economic protectorates

Example Sentences

the country established several protectorates in the region.

protectorates often have limited self-governance.

historically, many empires created protectorates to expand their influence.

the protectorates were governed by local leaders under foreign oversight.

protectorates can lead to conflicts between local and foreign interests.

many protectorates were established during the colonial era.

some nations still maintain protectorates for strategic reasons.

the concept of protectorates is often debated in international relations.

economic aid is often provided to developing protectorates.

protectorates may have treaties with their protecting powers.

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