Definition of Baron
Baron
Bar·on


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(noun)
A nobleman of a lower rank than a viscount.

e.g. The wealthy baron owned several castles across Europe.

(noun)
in historical usage, a person who owns and manages property/land on behalf of the government of the country;

e.g. You must seek the permission of the baron before you use your land as such.

(noun)
a person, usually a man, who is very powerful, influential, or important in a particular field, industry, or business;

e.g. He is an oil baron and owns many fuel refineries.



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