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pre-independence

pre-independence

5.9
The time before a country is free to govern itself
  • noun
  • /priːˌɪndɪˈpɛndəns/
translation icon : periodo previo a la independencia
  • Historians often compare pre-independence and post-independence economic policies.

Examples

  • The pre-independence era was marked by colonial rule.

  • The documentary explores the social changes in the pre-independence period of the nation.

  • Many traditions from the pre-independence era still influence the country's culture today.

  • The novel is set in a pre-independence society struggling with colonial rule.

  • Many countries faced challenges during their pre-independence struggles.

  • Many countries faced challenges during their pre-independence struggles for freedom.

  • The pre-independence phase saw widespread protests against colonial government policies.

Surface Forms

pre-independence singular
pre-independences plural

Morphology

pre-independence = independence (transparent) = pre + in + depend + ence

Adding 'pre-' to 'independence' straightforwardly gives the meaning 'before independence'.

Etymology

Pre-independence mixes pre- 'before' and independence 'freedom', so the noun names the period or state that comes before a nation or group becomes independent.