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Definition of DOMINATION
Domination Domination Dom`i*na"tion, n. [F. domination, L. dominatio.]
1. The act of dominating; exercise of power in ruling;
dominion; supremacy; authority; often, arbitrary or
insolent sway.
In such a people, the haugtiness of domination
combines with the spirit of freedom. --Burke.
2. A ruling party; a party in power. [R.] --Burke.
3. pl. A high order of angels in the celestial hierarchy; --
a meaning given by the schoolmen.
Thrones, dominations, princedoms, virtues, powers.
--Milton.