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US/reɪn/
UK/reɪn/
the period of time when a king, queen or emperor rules a country
In context
The city grew rich during the long reign of Queen Victoria.
Archaeologists found coins dating from the reign of the emperor Hadrian.
His reign lasted only three years before he was removed from the throne.
Words that go with reign
adjective + noun
- long reignThe pharaoh's long reign brought peace and prosperity.
- peaceful reignHer peaceful reign allowed trade and the arts to grow.
noun + preposition
- during the reign ofMany temples were built during the reign of Ramses II.
- reign of terrorThe revolution turned into a reign of terror.
- end of the reignThe end of his reign was marked by civil war.
verb + noun
- begin a reignMany rulers begin a reign with a grand ceremony.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
during the rain of Queen VictoriaCorrect: during the reign of Queen Victoria