lord
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As the etymologist Anatoly Liberman has pointed out, in its earliest forms, haga, hegg and hegge, the word meant “enclosure” or “yard,” especially the residence of a feudal lord.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026
He believes he lives in a universe where he is lord and savior.
From Salon • Apr. 17, 2026
The lord high treasurer bent down and handed a gold coin to a toddler doddling around as his family waited to meet the queen.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026
Known as the "lord of darkness", Owens' collection also included some innovative materials including an Italian fabric usually reserved for body armour, and sequinned boots.
From BBC • Mar. 10, 2026
“And what do you think they’ll do with you? Make you lord of the pixies? Oh, please, Rump! You’re the one who’s going to die if you don’t stop!”
From "Rump: The (Fairly) True Story of Rumpelstilskin" by Liesl Shurtliff
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Medieval Europe - Introductory
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Medieval Europe - Middle School
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Medieval Europe - High School
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