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    Règne (en. Reign)

    /ʁɛɲ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    System of government where an entity exercises authority.
    The reign of Louis XIV is often considered the 'Grand Siècle'.
    Le règne de Louis XIV est souvent considéré comme le 'Grand Siècle'.
    Dominance of a group in a particular domain.
    The reign of the dinosaurs lasted millions of years.
    Le règne des dinosaures a duré des millions d'années.
    Reign of a species or biological classification.
    Mammals are part of the animal kingdom.
    Les mammifères font partie du règne animal.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'regnum', meaning 'reign' or 'kingdom'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    animal kingdom
    Set of animal species.
    règne animal
    plant kingdom
    Set of plant species.
    règne végétal
    golden age
    Period of prosperity and happiness, often associated with a reign.
    âge d'or

    Related Words

    reign
    To exercise authority, to be sovereign.
    régner
    sovereign
    One who holds supreme authority.
    souverain
    monarch
    Sovereign of a country, often a king or queen.
    monarque

    Slang Meanings

    Power or authority exercised in a tyrannical manner.
    This leader has become a real tyrant; his reign is a nightmare.
    Ce chef est devenu un vrai tyran, son règne est un cauchemar.
    Dominance of a style or trend.
    The reign of rap in the 90s changed music.
    Le règne du rap dans les années 90 a changé la musique.