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empire

Definition

  • noun: a group of countries or regions that are controlled by one ruler or one goverment
  • noun: a major political unit having a territory of great extent or a number of territories or peoples under a single sovereign authority
  • synonyms: control, kingdom, sway

Examples

  • He controlled a cattle 'empire' in the heart of Texas.

  • She built a tiny business into a worldwide 'empire'.

  • the Roman 'Empire'

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) I rather like being dependent on a Northman. They tend to tell the truth. Your grandfather warned against them. He said they were the greatest threat against his empire. My grandfather, wise as he was, great as he was, did not understand everything. Times change. (..)
    2016 TvShow: Vikings Title: The Last Ship Season: 4 Episode 10