DYNASTY

dynasty

(noun) a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

dynasty (plural dynasties)

A series of rulers or dynasts from one family.

(sports) A team or organization which has an extended period of success or dominant performance.

Synonyms

• house

Source: Wiktionary


Dy"nas*ty, n.; pl. Dynasties. Etym: [Gr. dynastie dynasty. See Dynast.]

1. Sovereignty; lordship; dominion. Johnson.

2. A race or succession of kings, of the same line or family; the continued lordship of a race of rulers.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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