Annexation
/ˌænɛkˈseɪʃən/
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1
The action of formally incorporating territory into a country.
/ˌænɛkˈseɪʃən/
nounneutralIntermediate
General
The act of annexing; adding territory.
The annexation of the territory sparked international tensions.
💡 Simply: Adding land to a country.
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2
The peaceful annexation of the small island was a significant event.
How It's Used
Political Science
"The annexation of Crimea by Russia in 2014 was widely condemned."
History
"The Louisiana Purchase was a significant annexation in US history."
From Latin 'annectere' (to tie, to bind) via French 'annexion'. It reflects the act of attaching or adding something.
The term's usage has largely remained consistent, though the political context and moral implications have shifted over time.
Memory tip
Think 'an-nex' - to add to your existing possessions.
Practice
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