dynasty
noun
Simple meaning
A family considered over time, with its ancestors and descendants.
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ˈdaɪnəsti
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Definition
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noun
A series of rulers or dynasts from one family.
A family considered over time, with its ancestors and descendants
East Asian history
The polity or historical era under the rule of a certain dynasty.
Word at a Glance
- Difficulty
- B2 · Upper Intermediate (estimated)
- Frequency
- Moderately Common
- Formality
- Technical
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- “The ancient dynasty ruled the vast kingdom for several centuries.”
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A Frankish dynasty founded by Hugh Capet that ruled from 987 to 1328.
A Frankish dynasty founded by Charlemagne's father that ruled from 751 to 987.
A Frankish dynasty founded by Charlemagne's father that ruled from 751 to 987.
The Chinese dynasty (from 246 BC to 206 BC) that established the first centralized imperial government and built much of the Great Wall.
The last imperial dynasty of China (from 1644 to 1912) which was overthrown by revolutionaries.
The imperial dynasty of China from 1122 to 221 BC.
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