Dominer
Example: Les anciens empires cherchaient toujours à dominer de vastes territoires.
Definition
"Dominer" means to have control or authority over something or someone, often by exerting power or influence. In history, it refers to the act of ruling or prevailing over vast territories, as ancient empires sought to dominate large regions.
Etymology
The word "dominer" comes from the Latin verb 'dominari,' which means 'to rule or lord over.' It is related to 'dominus,' meaning 'lord' or 'master.' Did you know that this root is also the origin of the English word 'dominate'?
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