Dominations

/ˌdɒmɪˈneɪʃənz/ noun

Definition

Plural of domination; instances, acts, or periods of ruling or controlling others.

Etymology

From 'dominate' (Latin 'dominari', to rule) + '-tion' (forming nouns from verbs) + '-s' (pluralizing). The suffix '-tion' converts the verb into an abstract noun describing the action or condition of dominating.

Kelly Says

Interestingly, in Christian theology, 'Dominations' (capitalized) are a specific order of angels in the celestial hierarchy—they're believed to oversee lower angels and regulate cosmic affairs, making divine dominations a very literal concept in medieval religious thought.

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