dominion

Definition

Supreme control, sovereignty, or ownership over a territory or domain—the kind of power that gets historical empires to wake up sweating. It's dominance with a fancier medieval accent.

Example Usage

The British Empire once claimed dominion over territories spanning six continents.

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