milord

mi·lord

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Transcription

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [mi-lawrd]
- /mɪˈlɔrd/
- /mɪ.ˈlɔːd/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [mi-lawrd]
- /mɪˈlɔrd/

Definitions of milord word

noun milord an English nobleman or gentleman (usually used as a term of address). 1
noun milord Used to address or refer to an English nobleman, especially one traveling in Europe. 1
noun milord (formerly) a continental title used for an English gentleman 0
noun milord a former continental term of address for an English nobleman or gentleman 0
noun milord an Englishman of high social status 0

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Origin of milord

First appearance:

before 1590

One of the 37% oldest English words

1590-1600; < French < E phrase my lord

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Parts of speech for Milord

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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milord popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

According to our data about 50% of words is more used. This is a rare but used term. It occurs in the pages of specialized literature and in the speech of educated people.

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Antonyms for milord

noun milord

lord — a person who has authority, control, or power over others; a master, chief, or ruler.

Just one Antonym for milord