
Lord
Historical Usage
Used in historical contexts relating to the medieval and earlier periods.

The lord of the manor levied taxes on his subjects.
Land Ownership
Indicates owning large areas of land traditionally inherited or granted.

The serfs worked the fields for the lord.
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BaronDukeEarlEmperorKingMasterMonarchPotentateRulerSovereignViscount
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