Meaning of the word lord in English
What does lord mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
lord
US /lɔːrd/
UK /lɔːd/
Noun
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2.
(in Christian contexts) God or Jesus Christ
Example:
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Praise the Lord!
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The Lord is my shepherd.
3.
a man of noble rank or high office; a peer
Example:
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The Lord Mayor attended the charity event.
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He was elevated to the rank of Lord.
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Verb
to make someone a lord
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The queen decided to lord him for his exceptional service.
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He was lorded over the newly conquered territory.