Meaning of the word subjugation in English

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subjugation

US /ˌsʌb.dʒəˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌsʌb.dʒəˈɡeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the act of bringing someone or something under domination or control, especially by conquest

Example:
The empire's goal was the complete subjugation of neighboring lands.
The subjugation of the local population led to widespread resentment.
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