imperialism
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/ɪmˈpɪriəlɪzəm/
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/ɪmˈpɪəriəlɪzəm/
When one country controls other countries, usually by force.
The history of British imperialism shows how one nation ruled many others.
英国帝国主义的历史展示了一个国家如何统治许多其他国家。
When a powerful country influences others through business or culture.
Some people see American movies everywhere as a form of cultural imperialism.
有些人认为美国电影无处不在是一种文化帝国主义的形式。