conquest

The definition of a conquest is a victory either in love or war.

(noun)

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noun

the act or process of conquering
something conquered, esp. land taken in war
1. a winning of someone's affection or favor
2. a person whose affection or favor has been won

Origin: ME conqueste < OFr < ML conquestus < L conquisitus, pp. of conquirere

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noun

The act or process of conquering. See Synonyms at victory.
Something, such as territory, acquired by conquering.
One that has been captivated or overcome: The pianist made a conquest of every audience on the tour.

Origin:

Origin: Middle English

Origin: , from Old French

Origin: , from Vulgar Latin *conquaesīta

Origin: , feminine past participle of *conquaerere, to conquer; see conquer

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