Definitions

1. noun

A large and powerful state or group of states under a single ruler or ruling system, especially a colonial empire.

“The Roman Empire was known for its vast territories and military conquests.”

2. noun

A large and powerful organization or enterprise, especially a business or company.

“The tech industry is dominated by a few large empires, including Google and Amazon.”

3. noun

A group of stars or galaxies that are gravitationally bound together.

“The Milky Way is a galaxy that is part of the Local Group, a small empire of galaxies.”

4. verb

To dominate or rule over something, especially a particular territory or group of people.

“The king’s empire extended from the mountains to the sea, and he ruled over many different tribes.”