Qing Dynasty (Noun)
Meaning
The last imperial dynasty of China (from 1644 to 1912) which was overthrown by revolutionaries; during the Qing dynasty China was ruled by the Manchu.
Classification
Nouns denoting groupings of people or objects.
Examples
- The Qing dynasty was the last imperial dynasty of China, ruling from 1644 to 1912 before being overthrown by revolutionaries.
- During the Qing dynasty, China was ruled by the Manchu people, who brought their own distinct culture and traditions to the region.
- The fall of the Qing dynasty marked the end of imperial rule in China and paved the way for the establishment of the Republic of China.
- The Qing dynasty was known for its isolationist policies, which limited China's engagement with the rest of the world during this period.
- The Qing dynasty's legacy can still be seen in the many cultural and architectural achievements that took place during its nearly 300-year rule.