domination

English

/ˌdɒməˈneɪʃən/, /ˌdɑːməˈneɪʃən/

noun
Definitions
  • The act of dominating; the exercise of power when ruling
  • A ruling party; a party in power.
  • A high order of angels in the celestial hierarchy.
  • A fetish characterized by control/power over and discipline of one's sexual partner.
  • (topology)

Etymology

Derived from Middle English domynacion derived from Old French dominacion derived from Latin dominātiō (rule, dominion).

Origin

Latin

dominātiō

Gloss

rule, dominion

Concept
Semantic Field

Social and political relations

Ontological Category

Action/Process

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