Dominion
/dəˈmɪn.jən/noun
Sovereign authority or control over a territory or domain.
Did you know?In the biblical context, 'dominion' refers to the God-given authority humans have over the earth, linking it to themes of creation and power.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*dem-
“to build or establish, indicating a sense of control over a space.”
Latin
Latin
dominium
“ownership, property, or sovereignty, reflecting authority over land.”
Old French
Old French
dominion
“rule or control, emphasizing the aspect of governance.”
Middle English
Middle English
domynion
“sovereign authority, particularly in reference to lands and territories.”
Modern English
English
dominion
“the exercise of control or ownership, especially in a political or territorial context.”