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conquer

The correct spelling is conquer.

How to pronounce conquer

/ˈkɒŋkə/
verb

IPA: /ˈkɒŋkə/

Say it like: Con-kwe-r

The correct spelling is conquer. To defeat in combat; to subjugate. For example: "In 1453, the Ottoman Empire conquered Istanbul."

Usage Examples

In 1453, the Ottoman Empire conquered Istanbul.

Today I conquered my fear of flying by finally boarding a plane.

to conquer freedom;   to conquer a peace

Definition

verb

  1. 1.To defeat in combat; to subjugate.
  2. 2.To acquire by force of arms, win in war.
  3. 3.To overcome an abstract obstacle.
  4. 4.To gain, win, or obtain by effort.

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