Dominion

/dəˈmɪn.jən/

Meaning & Definition

noun
Sovereignty or control over a territory or domain.
The king exercised dominion over the entire region.
A territory ruled by a sovereign or government.
The dominion of Canada was established as a self-governing entity within the British Empire.
The power to dominate or govern.
In her own home, she felt a sense of dominion over her surroundings.
A realm or area of influence.
The scientist worked within the dominion of genetics, striving to unlock its mysteries.

Etymology

Middle English, from Anglo-French, from Latin dominion-, dominio, from dominus.

Common Phrases and Expressions

in the dominion of
Within the control or jurisdiction of a particular ruler or government.
dominion over
Complete control or authority over someone or something.
to have dominion
To have the right to control or govern.

Related Words

dominate
To have a commanding influence on; to control.
domineer
To assert one's will over another in a arrogant way.
domicile
A place of residence; home.

Slang Meanings

To totally control something.
He really has dominion over that project.