dynasty

Pronunciation

• (US) IPA ^(key): /ˈdaɪnəsti/
• (UK) IPA ^(key): /ˈdɪnəsti/

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Noun

Singular dynasty

Plural dynasties

1. (countable) A dynasty is a family of rulers who rule over a country for a long period of time.

   North Korea is ruled by the Kim dynasty.