milord

[ mi-lawrd ]

noun

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

milord

/ mɪˈlɔːd /

noun

1. (formerly) a continental title used for an English gentleman

Word History and Origins

Origin of milord¹

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

Word History and Origins

Origin of milord¹

C19: via French from English my lord

Example Sentences

"A constant battle, milord. Just how I like it. And I'm looking forward to working with you again."

From Literature

For now, Princess Rita can stay in her third-floor apartment with her four bichon frise dogs — George Washington, Henry James, Gioia and Milord.

From Seattle Times

“I thought she was dead when I first started removing the blocks,” Milord said.

From Seattle Times

Milord then returned to help dig out the bodies of Ylet’s father, cousin and brother-in-law.

From Seattle Times

Milord said some of Ylet’s surviving relatives are camping in her yard.

From Seattle Times