empire (Meaning)
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
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.
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empire Sentence Examples
- 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.
- The Napoleonic Empire temporarily extended its power over much of continental Europe.
- The Russian Empire spanned from Eastern Europe to the Pacific Ocean.
- The Japanese Empire aggressively expanded in the Pacific during the early 20th century.
- The American Empire emerged as a global superpower after World War II.
- Several European empires competed for control of the African continent during the Scramble for Africa.
- 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, syndicate, chain, multinational, association,organization, trust, cartel
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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.
