Definition of millionaire
: a person whose wealth is estimated at a million or more (as of dollars or pounds)
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But emotions are still running hot about the role that big banks and other Wall Street firms — and their millionaire and billionaire leaders — play in America.
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When someone wins The Masters, there is an elaborate ceremony, rich in tradition, in which all these millionaires sit around in their gaudy green jackets, like a meeting of some secret society.
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As one of the few barely-a-millionaire members of Trump's cabinet, Pruitt is practically a diversity hire.
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If there was an effective control, the person would be a millionaire.
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None of those guys was a millionaire from playing basketball.
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But for millionaires whose pockets run deep, an investment here pays dividends in bragging rights.
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Does the way the camera lovingly lingers on the tears of the grateful while a famous millionaire smiles magnanimously in the background feel slightly gross?
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Although fake social media profiles for the new multi-millionaire are popping up, Missler has been keeping friends and family members abreast of his journey on his Facebook page: Congrats!
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Origin and Etymology of millionaire
French millionnaire, from million, from Middle French milion
MILLIONAIRE Defined for English Language Learners
Definition of millionaire for English Language Learners
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: a rich person who has at least a million dollars, pounds, etc.
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Definition of millionaire for Students
: a person having a million dollars or more
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