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dom

/dɒm/ noun

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  1. A dominant in sadomasochistic sexual practices.
  2. Domination.

verb

  1. To dominate.

noun

  1. A title formerly borne by member of the high nobility of Portugal and Brazil.
  2. A title anciently given to the pope, and later to other church dignitaries and some monastic orders.

Origin

Clipping of dominance, dominant, dominate, or domination.

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