(1):
(n.) The influence of a word in regard to construction, requiring that another word should be in a particular case.
(2):
(n.) The mode of governing; the system of polity in a state; the established form of law.
(3):
(n.) The right or power of governing; authority.
(4):
(n.) The person or persons authorized to administer the laws; the ruling power; the administration.
(5):
(n.) The body politic governed by one authority; a state; as, the governments of Europe.
(6):
(n.) Management of the limbs or body.
(7):
(n.) The act of governing; the exercise of authority; the administration of laws; control; direction; regulation; as, civil, church, or family government.