lordolatry

noun

lord·​ol·​a·​try
lȯ(ə)rˈdälə‧trē,
lȯ(ə)ˈ-,
-ri
plural -es
: adulation of a lord because of his rank or title
the extent and prevalence of lordolatry in this countryW. M. Thackeray

Word History

Etymology

lord entry 1 + -o- + -latry

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“Lordolatry.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/lordolatry. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

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