Master

/ˈmæstər/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A person who has control over something or someone.

The dog obeyed its master without hesitation.

A skilled practitioner of a particular art or activity.

She is a master of the culinary arts, known for her exquisite dishes.

An individual who has completed a master's degree.

He earned his master in business administration last year.

verb

To become skilled at something; to learn or acquire skills.

He worked hard to master the piano before the concert.

To exercise control or dominion over.

She aimed to master the art of negotiation in her career.

adjective

Having control or authority.

The master chef oversaw all restaurant operations.

Middle English 'maistre', from Old French 'maistre', from Latin 'magister'.

master plan

A comprehensive or strategic plan.

master class

A class taught by someone who is an expert in a particular field.

master key

A key that can open several locks.

mistress

A woman who has control or authority, particularly over a servant or in a relationship.

mastery

The comprehensive knowledge or skill in a subject or accomplishment.

masterful

Demonstrating skill and control.

Master of the universe

That guy thinks he’s the master of the universe just because he got promoted.

Master coder

He's the master coder; he can write any piece of software in a matter of hours.