milord

American

[mi-lawrd] / mɪˈlɔrd /

noun

an English nobleman or gentleman (usually used as a term of address).

milord British

/ mɪˈlɔːd /

noun

(formerly) a continental title used for an English gentleman

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Etymology

Origin of milord

First recorded in 1590–1600; from French, from English phrase my lord

Example Sentences

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DeJean and Milord are the most captivating performers in the ensemble.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 12, 2025

She is famous for singing ballads - including La Vie en Rose, Milord and La Foule.

From BBC • Nov. 18, 2024

Milord said no one had come back to tell her to leave so there she was.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 24, 2021

“My parents didn’t have the money to send us to school,” said Mr. Milord, her father.

From New York Times • Aug. 18, 2021

"Milord," a plaintive voice called down from the forecastle of the merchanter.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin

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