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lord

When used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, the word is almost always capitalized as "the Lord." As a title for nobility, it is often used before a name (e.g., Lord Byron) and is considered very formal. When used as a verb, it is most commonly seen in the phrase "lord it over," which describes someone acting bossy or arrogant toward others.

💬Casual Conversation

🎬Tuesday afternoon, Leo is in his room gaming while David is at the office.
David Smith

Stop trying to lord it over your sister just because you won that match.

David Smith
Leo Smith
Leo Smith

she's literally malding rn lol

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David uses the phrasal verb 'lord it over' to describe Leo's arrogant behavior. Leo responds with 'malding', a gaming slang term combining 'mad' and 'balding', meaning to be extremely angry or frustrated.

Meanings

noun

A person who has authority, control, or power over others; a nobleman in the British peerage.

"The lord of the manor welcomed the visitors to his estate."

noun

The Christian God, or Jesus Christ.

"They gathered at the church to praise the Lord."

verb (transitive)

To act as a master over someone; to behave in a superior or domineering manner.

"He tended to lord it over his subordinates during meetings."

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