Empire Definition & Meaning

empire
noun
  1. the domain ruled by an emperor or empress; the region over which imperial dominion is exercised
  2. a group of countries under a single authority; "the British created a great empire"
  3. a monarchy with an emperor as head of state
  4. a group of diverse companies under common ownership and run as a single organization
  5. an eating apple that somewhat resembles a McIntosh; used as both an eating and a cooking apple

"Empire" in song lyrics

See how empire is used in real songs:

  • "I rose with Black Knights, A military server to King RZA's empire"
    9th Prince f/ Tekitha — Vandalism
  • "My mind's stick stone, lyrics to build an empire"
    Afu-Ra f/ Royce Da 5'9" — Pusha
  • "New all nat album hip-hop empire."
    All Natural — Poppers Pop, Breakers Break

Usage tips for "empire"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "empire" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for empire to find words that pair well.

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