Baron (Noun)
Meaning 1
A nobleman (in various countries) of varying rank.
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
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Meaning 3
A very wealthy or powerful businessman; "an oil baron".
Classification
Nouns denoting people.
Examples
- The billionaire tech mogul was often referred to as a digital baron due to his vast influence and wealth in the industry.
- He made his fortune in the 1980s as a Wall Street baron, amassing a considerable fortune through savvy investments.
- The media often portrayed him as a ruthless coal baron, caring little for the environmental impact of his mining operations.
- As a real estate baron, he owned a significant portion of the city's most prestigious properties, giving him considerable sway over local politics.
- The old-money steel baron lived a life of luxury and excess, with multiple mansions, private jets, and a collection of rare cars.