1. plural of domination; acts or instances of controlling or ruling over others with authority or power
2. in Christian theology, the fourth order of angels in the celestial hierarchy
Usage: religious; theology

Examples

• The empire’s dominations over distant territories lasted for centuries.
• Historical dominations by colonial powers shaped modern political boundaries.
• The king’s dominations extended across three continents.
• Military dominations often lead to cultural suppression.
• According to medieval theology, dominations are among the nine choirs of angels.
• The scholar studied various dominations throughout ancient history.