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Definition of: reign
(rān) noun
1. The possession or exercise of supreme political power; sovereignty; dominion.
2. The time or duration of a sovereign's rule.
—v.i.
1. To hold and exercise sovereign power; be the head of a monarchy.
2. To hold sway; be predominant; prevail: Winter reigns. See synonyms under GOVERN. ♦ Homophones: rain, rein. [<F règne <L regnum rule]
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