annexation
Meaning: The forcible incorporation of one state's territory by another, typically without the consent of the affected population.
Annexation is considered a violation of international law when it involves the seizure of territory through force. Historical examples include the annexation of Crimea and the German annexation of Austria (Anschluss) in 1938. The term is distinct from 'cession', which implies a voluntary transfer of territory. In domestic contexts, annexation can refer to the incorporation of adjacent land by a municipality, which is generally lawful.
Examples
- The annexation of the territory was condemned by the United Nations as a breach of international law. 联合国谴责该领土的吞并行为违反了国际法。La anexión del territorio fue condenada por las Naciones Unidas como una violación del derecho internacional.その領土の併合は、国連により国際法違反として非難されました。해당 영토의 병합은 국제법 위반으로 유엔에 의해 비난받았다.
- Britain's annexation of the Transvaal in 1877 contributed to rising tensions that led to the Boer Wars. 1877年英国对德兰士瓦的吞并加剧了紧张局势,最终导致了布尔战争。La anexión del Transvaal por Gran Bretaña en 1877 contribuyó al aumento de tensiones que desembocaron en las guerras bóer.1877年のイギリスによるトランスヴァールの併合は、ボーア戦争につながる緊張を高めました。1877년 영국의 트란스발 병합은 보어 전쟁으로 이어진 긴장을 고조시켰다.
- The city council voted to approve the annexation of several neighbouring villages to expand the metropolitan area. 市议会投票批准吞并数个邻近村庄,以扩大都市区范围。El pleno municipal votó a favor de la anexión de varias localidades vecinas para ampliar el área metropolitana.市議会は、都市圏を拡大するために近隣のいくつかの村の編入を承認する投票を行いました。시의회는 대도시권을 확장하기 위해 인근 여러 마을의 편입을 승인하는 투표를 실시했다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: academic, media
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Medieval Latin annexatio, from annexare (to bind to, attach), from Latin annectere, combining ad- (to) and nectere (to bind, fasten). Entered English in the 17th century.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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