dəˈminēəm noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin — more at domain
1. Roman law : absolute ownership of corporeal property by a person subject only to the power of the state and including the right to use and enjoy, the right to take profit therefrom, and the right of disposal
2.
[Medieval Latin, from Latin]
in medieval Europe & England
a. : any of various property rights ; especially : ownership
b. : political power (as through lordship, sovereignty, suzerainty)