barão
1. A member of the nobility; a man of rank in the feudal system, typically ruling a barony
The baron owned vast lands in the countryside.
O barão possuía vastas terras na zona rural.
2. A powerful businessman or industrial magnate
He became a shipping baron through hard work and determination.
Ele se tornou um barão do transporte marítimo através do trabalho árduo e determinação.
3. A cut of beef comprising both sides of the loin
The chef prepared a baron of beef for the feast.
O chef preparou um barão de carne bovina para o banquete.
NYC Slang
big shot / kingpin (when referring to a powerful businessman)
Related Idioms & Phrases
robber baron - barão ladrão (unscrupulous businessman)
press baron - magnata da imprensa (powerful newspaper owner)
drug baron - barão da droga (major drug trafficker)
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