nation-builder

noun

A person who takes part in nation-building; a member of a state who takes the initiative in developing the national community through government programs.

Meanings

nounnation-builder (plural nation-builders)

plural nation-builders

  1. geopoliticsA person who takes part in nation-building; a member of a state who takes the initiative in developing the national community through government programs.
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APA

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