lord: signification et définitions
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A man of high rank in a feudal society or in one that retains feudal forms and institutions, especially:
The proprietor of a manor.
Chiefly British The general masculine title of nobility and other rank:
Chiefly British Used as a form of address for a marquis, an earl, or a viscount.
Chiefly British Used as the usual style for a baron.
Chiefly British Used as a courtesy title for a younger son of a duke or marquis.
Chiefly British Used as a title for certain high officials and dignitaries: Lord Chamberlain; the Lord Mayor of London.
Chiefly British Used as a title for a bishop.
A man of renowned power or authority.
A man who has mastery in a given field or activity.
Archaic The male head of a household.
To act like a lord; domineer. Often used with the indefinite it: lorded it over their subordinates.