Kingdom

/kˈɪŋdəm/

/ˈkɪŋdəm/

[noun]

Kingdom

[NOUN]

an area or territory that is governed by a king or queen

synonyms : realm

a nation or state that its ruler is a king or queen

the highest taxonomic classification that categorizes organisms, comprising five major biological groups

a basic group of natural objects

a monarchy with a king or queen as head of state

a domain in which something is dominant

synonyms : land

realm

Examples

1. The fantasy novel is about a magical kingdom under threat.

2. In the animal kingdom, the lion belongs to the type of big cats.

3. The wise king knew that nothing is surer than death and strove to rule his kingdom with justice, moderation and concern for future generations who would continue after he was gone.

4. Kingdom-come, ya'll!