n. - 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.
n. - That which is conquered; possession gained by force, physical or moral.
n. - The acquiring of property by other means than by inheritance; acquisition.
n. - The act of gaining or regaining by successful struggle; as, the conquest of liberty or peace.