0 present participle of conquer
1 to take control or possession of foreign land, or a group of people, by force:
Conquering peoples have traditionally tried to impose their mark on the landscape by rejecting local architectural styles in favour of their own.
The project of conquering space inherently and inevitably entails the devaluation of place.
The second section describes the conquering of the natural forces of the environment and human activity (through two medieval-like dance melodies).
My swimming pupil is diligent and actually succeeds in conquering a few yards on her own.
A threatened or defeated people may switch to the traits of a new conquering culture, either voluntarily or under duress.
On the other hand, as henchmen of a conquering power, they also demanded fearful respect.
As researchers, parents, or casual observers we are often amazed by their innovative approach to conquering new territories of speech.
One interviewee strongly believed in 'working with nature instead of conquering her'.
