empire (Meaning)

Wordnet

empire (n)

the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised

a group of countries under a single authority

a monarchy with an emperor as head of state

a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization

an eating apple that somewhat resembles a McIntosh; used as both an eating and a cooking apple

Webster

empire (n.)

Supreme power; sovereignty; sway; dominion.

The dominion of an emperor; the territory or countries under the jurisdiction and dominion of an emperor (rarely of a king), usually of greater extent than a kingdom, always comprising a variety in the nationality of, or the forms of administration in, constituent and subordinate portions; as, the Austrian empire.

Any dominion; supreme control; governing influence; rule; sway; as, the empire of mind or of reason.

empire Sentence Examples

  1. The British Empire once stretched across vast swathes of the globe.
  2. The Roman Empire left an enduring legacy of law, architecture, and infrastructure.
  3. The Ottoman Empire was a dominant force in the Middle East and Europe for centuries.
  4. The Mongol Empire conquered a vast territory under the legendary Genghis Khan.
  5. The Napoleonic Empire temporarily extended its power over much of continental Europe.
  6. The Russian Empire spanned from Eastern Europe to the Pacific Ocean.
  7. The Japanese Empire aggressively expanded in the Pacific during the early 20th century.
  8. The American Empire emerged as a global superpower after World War II.
  9. Several European empires competed for control of the African continent during the Scramble for Africa.
  10. The concept of empire has evolved over time, with varying definitions and implications.

FAQs About the word empire

the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised, a group of countries under a single authority, a monarchy with

conglomerate,corporation, trust, chain, association, cartel, multinational, syndicate,organization

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The British Empire once stretched across vast swathes of the globe.

The Roman Empire left an enduring legacy of law, architecture, and infrastructure.

The Ottoman Empire was a dominant force in the Middle East and Europe for centuries.

The Mongol Empire conquered a vast territory under the legendary Genghis Khan.