dominion

do-min-ion · noun

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Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    Sovereignty or control over a territory or people.

  2. 2.

    A territory or sphere of influence controlled by a ruler or government.

  3. 3.

    (Historical) A self-governing territory of the British Commonwealth.

Forms

plural: dominions

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    have dominion over — To have authority or control over
  • •
    Dominion Day — Former name of Canada Day (July 1st)

Related words

See also: domain, sovereignty, territory
Synonyms: authority, control, sovereignty, territory

Etymology

From Old French dominion, from Latin dominium ("property, ownership"), from dominus ("lord, master").