lords
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/lɔrdz/
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/lɔːdz/
(lord)
authority figure
Etymology
'lord' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'hlāford', where 'hlāf' meant 'loaf' and 'weard' (or 'ford' from 'weard') meant 'keeper'.
'lord' changed from Proto-Germanic '*hlafwardaz' and Old English 'hlāford' and eventually became the modern English word 'lord' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'bread-keeper' (one who protects or provides bread), but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'master' or 'ruler'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'lord' (a man of high rank or title; a noble).
The lords gathered to discuss the inheritance dispute.
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Noun 2
members of the House of Lords (the upper chamber of the UK Parliament).
The bill was amended after debate in the Lords.
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Noun 3
people in positions of authority or domination (masters, rulers).
In that company, the lords of the board set the tone for every decision.
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