Definition of empire
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a(1)
: a major political unit having a territory of great extent or a number of territories or peoples under a single sovereign authority
especially
: one having an emperor as chief of state
(2)
: the territory of such a political unit
b
: something resembling a political empire
especially
: an extensive territory or enterprise under single domination or control
2
: imperial sovereignty, rule, or dominion
3
capitalized
[Empire State, nickname for New York]
: a juicy apple with dark red skin that is a cross between a McIntosh apple and a Red Delicious apple
Empire
adjectiveDefinition of Empire (Entry 2 of 2)
: of, relating to, or characteristic of a style (as of clothing or furniture) popular in early 19th century France
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The first known use of empire was in the 14th century
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