Colonial Definition

colonial
adjective
  1. of or relating to or characteristic of or inhabiting a colony
  2. of animals who live in colonies, such as ants
  3. composed of many distinct individuals united to form a whole or colony; "coral is a colonial organism"
noun
  1. a resident of a colony

"Colonial" in song lyrics

See how colonial is used in real songs:

  • "My raps eat cannibal corpses so colonial"
    Warcloud f/ Skarekrow, Vulgar — Angry Men from the Graveyard
  • "casa colonial"
    AOL — AOL
  • "puritan education during colonial"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "colonial"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "colonial" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for colonial to find words that pair well.

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