De heerschappij
Example: De heerschappij van het Romeinse rijk duurde vele eeuwen.
Definition
"De heerschappij" refers to the period or state of dominance, control, or rule exercised by a person, group, or government over a territory or people. For example, "De heerschappij van het Romeinse rijk duurde vele eeuwen" describes the long-lasting rule of the Roman Empire.
Etymology
The word "de heerschappij" originates from the Dutch root "heer," meaning lord or master, combined with the suffix "-schappij," which denotes a state or condition. Did you know? The term traces back to the Old Dutch word "heri," meaning army or leader, emphasizing authority and control.
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"De heerschappij" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 102 commonly used words.
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