Condominate

/kənˈdɒmɪneɪt/ verb

Definition

To share dominion or control equally with another; to rule together.

Etymology

From Latin 'con-' (together) and 'dominari' (to rule or dominate). This rare word emerged in the 17th century to describe joint rulership or shared authority.

Kelly Says

This word is a linguistic ancestor of 'condominium'—both describe things that are ruled or owned together, though today we use 'condominium' for apartments and 'condominate' has nearly vanished from English.

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