Barons (en. Barons)

/baʁɔ̃/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench

noun

Noble title in France, equivalent to a lord.

Barons played an important role in medieval politics.

Les barons ont joué un rôle important dans la politique médiévale.

A person who has great influence or wealth.

This industrial baron invested in several startups.

Ce baron de l'industrie a investi dans plusieurs startups.

A member of the high aristocracy.

The barons gathered during the king's councils.

Les barons se réunissaient lors des conseils du roi.

Comes from the Latin 'baro' meaning 'man' or 'warrior'.

industrial baron

A businessman with considerable economic power.

baron de l'industrie

red baron

A bold character or someone who stands out in their field.

baron rouge

football baron

An individual reputed to be influential in the football scene.

baron du football

barony

Territory or domain governed by a baron.

baronnie

baronial

Relating to a baron or to the barony.

baronnial

baronet

Noble title inferior to that of a baron.

baronnet

A man of influence or power in a group.

This guy is really the baron of the neighborhood.

Ce type est vraiment le baron du coin.

A leader or chief making important decisions.

In this company, he is the baron; he does almost everything.

Dans cette entreprise, il est le baron, il fait presque tout.