kingdom

Definition

  • noun: a country whose ruler is a king or queen
  • noun: a politically organized community or major territorial unit having a monarchical form of government headed by a king or queen
  • often used figuratively
  • synonyms: realm, monarchy, empire

Examples

  • He took out his shotgun and threatened to blast/blow them all 'to kingdom come'.

  • After Queen Mary I died, her half sister Elizabeth ruled the 'kingdom'.

  • He was one of the most successful planters in the cotton 'kingdom'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) They killed King Aelle near York and they're moving south into the midlands, so far, towards Repton. Is it your belief that they are set upon attacking my father's kingdom? That they have gathered together to attack Wessex? There is no doubt in my mind. These are the sons of Ragnar Lothbrok. (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: On the Eve Season: 4 Episode 19
  • (..) to an older, wiser brother? These people who are running away, they're not warriors. They are not the ones who will stay and fight to defend this kingdom. And protect their honor. For what is a warrior without his honor? (CHUCKLES) I don't know. You tell me, brother. And, tell me again, (..)
    2017 TvShow: Vikings Title: On the Eve Season: 4 Episode 19