Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
my-lord
noun
/maɪ lɔːrd/
Definition
A term of respect and address for a nobleman or someone of high social status.
Examples
- “Yes, my lord, I shall obey your command.”
- “The actors addressed the character as ‘my lord’ in the royal court scene.”
Meaning
Often used in historical or formal contexts to refer to a lord, especially in legal or royal terms.
Synonyms
- lord
- sovereign
- ranking noble
- highness
