noun

emperor

EHMP-ruh

noun

A male ruler of an empire, typically ranking above a king.

"The emperor expanded his territory through a series of conquests."

A ruler of an empire in general, regardless of gender.

"Historians still debate how much real power the last emperor actually held."

How to Use Emperor

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe ruler of an empire — a step above a king or queen in traditional hierarchies.

Common pairings

crown an emperor reign of the emperor emperor penguin

emperors plural

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The _____ expanded his territory through a series of conquests.

From Latin imperator, "commander," ultimately from imperare, "to command."

conqueror