Conquest — Defs

01 n. The act or process of conquering, or acquiring by force; the act of overcoming or subduing opposition by force, whether physical or moral; …

1.
The act or process of conquering, or acquiring by force; the act of overcoming or subduing opposition by force, whether physical or moral; subjection; subjugation; victory.
“In joys of conquest he resigns his breath.” — Addison.

“Three years sufficed for the conquest of the country.” — Prescott.
2.
That which is conquered; possession gained by force, physical or moral.
“Wherefore rejoice? What conquest brings he home?” — Shak.
3.
The acquiring of property by other means than by inheritance; acquisition.(Feudal Law)
4.
The act of gaining or regaining by successful struggle; as, the conquest of liberty or peace.

Phrases & compounds

The Conquest — the subjugation of England by William of Normandy in 1066. The Norman Conquest.