surinamisering

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Dutch[edit]

Etymology[edit]

Literally, Surinamization, from surinamiseren +‎ -ing. Possibly influenced by Indonesian indonesianisasi (Indonesianization)

Noun[edit]

surinamisering f (uncountable)

  1. the replacement of Dutch officials, managers, specialist staff, regulations, law, investments, etc, by Surinamese nationals or Surinamese equivalents, especially in the run-up to and following Suriname's independence in 1975