Balkanization

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[edit] English

[edit] Alternative spellings

[edit] Etymology

The term has arisen from the conflicts in the 20th century Balkans.

[edit] Pronunciation

  • (UK) IPA: /ˈBɒl.kən.aɪ.zeɪ.ʃən/, SAMPA: /"BQl.k@n.aI.zeI.S@n/

[edit] Proper noun

Singular
Balkanization

Plural
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Balkanization

  1. A geopolitical term to describe the fragmentation of a region into several small states that are often hostile or non-cooperative with each other.
  2. (informal) : Any disintegration process, such as that of the Internet being divided into separate enclaves.

[edit] Translations

fragmentation of a region into several small states
any disintegration process
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