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domination

Pronunciation: /dɒmɪˈneɪʃ(ə)n/
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Definition of domination

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1the exercise of power or influence over someone or something, or the state of being so controlled:the imperial domination of India
  • 2 (dominations) (in traditional Christian angelology) the fourth-highest order of the ninefold celestial hierarchy.

Origin:

late Middle English: via Old French from Latin dominatio(n-), from the verb dominari (see dominate)

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