Definition & Meaning of "baron"in English

Baron

a British nobleman holding the lowest rank in the peerage

Examples

He was granted the title of baron by the Queen.

a very wealthy and influential person

Examples

The tech baron owns several major companies.

a nobleman of varying rank in different countries

Examples

The European baron had privileges not granted in Britain.

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baronage

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baronial

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