A man (or boy) who has dominion over subjects, or to whom service and obedience are due; a king, a ruler, a master. Also: a leader of a group of…

A lord; a man of high rank or office; a gentleman. Frequently as a respectful form of address. Also in my lording. Obsolete (archaic in later use).

One who exercises dominion or rule; a lord, master, or sovereign. In Middle English frequently in phrase lord and sire. Now rare or Obsolete.

Lord; as a prefix = Sir, Master. Cf. Dan, n.1

A lord, a noble; spec. a young, minor, or inferior lord. Also (esp. in earlier use) as a form of address. Cf. lording, n.1 1, 2.

The chief of an ancient family or fine.

A lord (see quots.).