Lords
noun
short for House of Lords
Lords
1 British
/ lɔːdz /
noun
Lord's
2
British
/ lɔːdz /
noun
Example Sentences
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King Charles will deliver the proposals from a golden throne in the House of Lords upper chamber while wearing the diamond-studded Imperial State Crown and a long crimson robe.
From Barron's • May 13, 2026
The government has committed to further reforms to the House of Lords, including the introduction of a participation requirement for members and a retirement age.
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
The government says they will be appointed to ensure the Lords "can continue to function effectively, and the experience of some departing hereditary peers is not lost".
From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026
The House of Lords had voted in support of a social media ban for a fourth time on Monday afternoon.
From BBC • Apr. 28, 2026
"Let me hazard a wild stab. One is for Robb Stark, the others for Lords Stannis and Renly. Would that be right?"
From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin
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