n. [ F. domination, L. dominatio. ] 1. The act of dominating; exercise of power in ruling; dominion; supremacy; authority; often, arbitrary or insolent sway. [ 1913 Webster ]
In such a people, the haughtiness of domination combines with the spirit of freedom. Burke. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. A ruling party; a party in power. [ R. ] Burke. [ 1913 Webster ]
3.pl. A high order of angels in the celestial hierarchy; -- a meaning given by the schoolmen. [ 1913 Webster ]