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Meaning of the word domination in English

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domination

US /ˌdɑː.məˈneɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌdɒm.ɪˈneɪ.ʃən/

Noun

1.

the exercise of control or influence over someone or something, or the state of being so controlled.

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evil plans for domination of the universe
Synonym:
rule government sovereignty control command authority power dominion dominance mastery supremacy superiority ascendancy sway influence tyranny intimidation oppression suppression subjugation dictatorship the whip hand paramountcy
2.

(in traditional Christian angelology) the fourth highest order of the ninefold celestial hierarchy.

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dominant dominate dominance domineering