second empire
Definition
Proper noun 1. A specific historical period and political regime: The Second Empire refers to the period of Bonapartist rule in France under Napoleon III, lasting from 1852 to 1870. It denotes the government and the era characterized by authoritarian control, economic modernization, and grand urban projects, notably in Paris.
Usage
- The term is used as a proper noun to name this specific historical period and government.
- It is often discussed in historical, political, and architectural contexts.
Examples
Advanced Usage
- "Second Empire style": An architectural style prevalent during or inspired by this period, often characterized by mansard roofs, ornate decoration, and grand symmetry.
- That building is a fine example of Second Empire architecture.
Variants and Related Words
- Second Empire (adj): Used attributively to describe things from or relating to this period.
- Second Empire furniture; Second Empire politics.
Synonyms
- Napoleonic Empire (specifically the Third): Note: This is a related but distinct term. The "Second Empire" is specifically the regime of Napoleon III. The "First Empire" was under Napoleon I.
- Bonapartist regime: A broader term for governments led by the Bonaparte family, which includes the Second Empire.
Notes on Meaning
- This term has a single, specific historical meaning. It does not have general or idiomatic uses outside of referencing this 19th-century French regime and its associated era.
Noun
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the imperial government of Napoleon III in France from 1852-1870
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