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baron

/ˈbæɹən/ · noun

Meaning

  1. The male ruler of a barony.
  2. A male member of the lowest rank of English nobility (the equivalent rank in Scotland is lord).
  3. A particular cut of beef, made up of a double sirloin.
  4. A person of great power in society, especially in business and politics.
  5. A prisoner who gains power and influence by lending or selling tobacco.
  6. A husband.

Etymology / origin

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Sources

  1. DictionaryAPI.dev English dictionary data
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