adjective empire denoting, characteristic of, or relating to the British Empire 0
adjective empire denoting, characteristic of, or relating to either French Empire, esp the first: in particular, denoting the neoclassical style of architecture and furniture and the high-waisted style of women's dresses characteristic of the period 0
adjective empire of or characteristic of the first French Empire (1804-15) under Napoleon 0
adjective empire designating a style of furniture of this period, characterized by massiveness, bronze ornamentation, and motifs of ancient Greece, Rome, and Egypt 0
adjective empire designating a gown in the style of the period, with a short waist, décolleté bodice, flowing skirt, and short, puffed sleeves 0
