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The Lord: meaning, definitions and examples

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the Lord

 

[ รฐษ™ lษ”หrd ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

religious

The Lord is a title used to refer to God in Christianity, Judaism, and Islam. It signifies the supreme being, the creator and ruler of the universe.

Synonyms

Almighty, creator, god.

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Word Description / Examples
the Lord

A repeat entry; the context and examples are the same as previously mentioned.

  • We pray to the Lord for guidance and support
god

A general term for a deity in various religions. It can be used in both formal and informal contexts. In secular settings, it may sometimes have a less reverent tone.

  • Many ancient cultures believed in more than one god
Almighty

Emphasizes the all-powerful aspect of a divine being. It is usually used in formal or literary contexts.

  • The Almighty will have mercy on us
creator

Highlights the role of a divine being as the originator and designer of the universe. Often used in discussions of theology, philosophy, or creation.

  • The creator of all life deserves our utmost respect

Examples of usage

  • The Lord has blessed us with his infinite love and mercy.
  • We pray to the Lord for guidance and strength.
  • The Lord's wisdom is beyond our understanding.
Context #2 | Noun

feudal

In feudal times, the Lord was a nobleman who owned land and had control over peasants or vassals. He held a position of power and authority in the feudal system.

Synonyms

Feudal lord, Landowner, nobleman.

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Word Description / Examples
the Lord

May also be used in a general or historical context to refer to someone with authority or significant social status, sometimes synonymous with 'nobleman' or 'landowner.'

  • He was known as the Lord of the manor.
  • The Lord addressed his citizens with grace.
nobleman

Used to describe a man who belongs to the nobility, often in historical or literary contexts.

  • The nobleman attended the royal banquet.
  • In the story, a nobleman falls in love with a commoner.
Landowner

General term for someone who owns land, commonly used in modern contexts.

  • The landowner decided to sell the property.
  • As a landowner, she has to pay property taxes.
Feudal lord

Historical context related to the medieval feudal system, referring to someone who controlled land and had vassals.

  • The feudal lord granted the knight a piece of land in exchange for military service.
  • In medieval times, a feudal lord had significant power over his vassals.

Examples of usage

  • The Lord of the manor collected taxes from his tenants.
  • The peasants worked the fields for the Lord in exchange for protection.
  • The Lord's castle was a symbol of his wealth and influence.

Translations

Translations of the word "the Lord" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น o Senhor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคญเค—เคตเคพเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช der Herr

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Tuhan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะ“ะพัะฟะพะดัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ Pan

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ไธป (ใ—ใ‚…)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท le Seigneur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ el Seรฑor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท Rab

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ฃผ๋‹˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฑูŽู‘ุจู‘

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Pรกn

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ Pรกn

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ไธป (zhว”)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ Gospod

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ Drotten

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะ–ะฐั€ะฐั‚ัƒัˆั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒฃแƒคแƒแƒšแƒ˜ (upali)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ Rษ™bb

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ el Seรฑor

Etymology

The word 'Lord' has its origins in Old English, where it was used to refer to a ruler or master. Over time, it became associated with the divine being in monotheistic religions. The concept of the Lord as a feudal ruler also emerged during medieval times, reflecting the hierarchical structure of society. The term has evolved to carry both religious and secular connotations, symbolizing authority and power.