noun
conqueror
KONG-kuh-ruh
noun
1
A person who defeats and takes control of a place, people, or opponent.
"The Roman conqueror marched his legions across the continent."
How to Use Conqueror
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who conquers — wins control by force.
Common pairings
a mighty conqueror
the conqueror of
Word Forms
conquerors plural
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Etymology
From Old French "conquereor," ultimately from "conquerre," the source of "conquer."