/ˈbærən/

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Meaning

A man of high rank in some countries, or a person with great power in a business.

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Word origin

From Old French baron, from Late Latin baro, meaning man or strong man.

Origin
Late Latin
Root
baro

Grammar

Gender
Pluralbarons

Examples

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A baron is a nobleman, below a king but above most people.

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In old times barons held land for the king.

owns .

Today baron also means a very powerful business person.

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