Master: meaning, definitions and examples
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master
[ หmษหstษr ]
in a profession or craft
A person who has complete control over something, especially a skilled practitioner of a particular art or activity.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- He is a master of his craft.
- She is a master in the art of negotiation.
slave owner
A man who has slaves.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The master treated his slaves cruelly.
- The plantation owner was considered the master by all the slaves.
Translations
Translations of the word "master" in other languages:
๐ต๐น mestre
๐ฎ๐ณ เคฎเคพเคธเฅเคเคฐ
๐ฉ๐ช Meister
๐ฎ๐ฉ tuan
๐บ๐ฆ ะผะฐะนััะตั
๐ต๐ฑ mistrz
๐ฏ๐ต ใในใฟใผ
๐ซ๐ท maรฎtre
๐ช๐ธ maestro
๐น๐ท usta
๐ฐ๐ท ๋ง์คํฐ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุณูุฏ
๐จ๐ฟ mistr
๐ธ๐ฐ majster
๐จ๐ณ ๅคงๅธ
๐ธ๐ฎ mojster
๐ฎ๐ธ meistari
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะตะฑะตั
๐ฌ๐ช แแกแขแแขแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ usta
๐ฒ๐ฝ maestro
Word origin
The word 'master' originated from the Old English 'mรฆgster', which is derived from the Latin 'magister'. It has been used for centuries to refer to someone who has authority, control, or expertise in a particular field. Over time, the word has evolved to have various meanings, including a skilled practitioner, a slave owner, or to overcome. The concept of mastery has been valued in many cultures throughout history, leading to the word 'master' holding a position of respect and authority.
See also: mast.