1. Noun
The act or process of conquering, or acquiring by force; the act of overcoming or subduing opposition by force, whether physical or moral; subjection; subjugation; victory.
2. Noun
That which is conquered; possession gained by force, physical or moral.
3. Noun
The acquiring of property by other means than by inheritance; acquisition.
4. Noun
The act of gaining or regaining by successful struggle; as, the conquest of liberty or peace.
5. Noun
success in mastering something difficult; "the conquest of space"
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