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empire

/ˈɛm.paɪə/

/ˈɛm.paɪr/

Translations

empirenoun

empires

/ˈɛm.paɪə/

/ˈɛm.paɪr/

империя

The Roman Empire was one of the largest empires in history.

Римская империя была одной из крупнейших империй в истории.

Additional translations

Synonyms

empireverb

empired

Past Simple

empired

Past Participle

empiring

Gerund

Archaic

Synonyms

empireadjective

/ˈem.paɪə/

/ˈem.paɪr/

Attributive use: relating to or characteristic of an empire

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Definitions

empirenoun

A group of countries or regions that are controlled by one ruler or government.

The Roman Empire was one of the most powerful empires in history.

A large and powerful enterprise or organization under a single domination or control.

He built a business empire from a small startup.

Imperial rule, authority, or dominion.

Ambitious nations vied for empire across the seas.

empireverb

To rule or dominate as an emperor; to establish or maintain imperial control over.

The conqueror sought to empire the neighboring kingdoms.

empireadjective

Relating to or characteristic of an empire; imperial.

Her gown had an empire waist inspired by Napoleonic fashion.