overlord

/ˌoʊvərˈlɔrd/
/ˈʌʊvəlɔd/
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Other forms: overlords

Definitions of overlord
  1. noun
    a person who has general authority over others
    synonyms: lord, master
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    types:
    feudal lord, seigneur, seignior
    a man of rank in the ancient regime
    liege, liege lord
    a feudal lord entitled to allegiance and service
    type of:
    ruler, swayer
    a person who rules or commands
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