Meaning & use
Dominions
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Plural of 'dominion': territories or areas under the control of a ruler or government; also, self-governing nations historically within the British Empire.
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The empire's dominions stretched across five continents at its height.
Canada and Australia were once known as dominions of the British Empire.
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Historically, 'Dominion' (capitalized) was an official status given to self-governing members of the British Empire, such as Canada, before they became fully independent.
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