Mogul
MOH-guhl
Mogul (noun) means a rich, powerful, or highly influential person, especially in business or entertainment. Example: “The media mogul owned three television networks.”
noun
1
A rich, powerful, or highly influential person, especially in business or entertainment.
"The media mogul owned three television networks."
"She became a real-estate mogul before turning thirty."
2
A bump or hump on a ski slope.
"The skier weaved between the moguls at top speed."
How to use Mogul
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone who has built huge wealth and influence in a particular industry.
Common pairings
media mogul
business mogul
oil mogul
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Word forms
- Plural
- moguls
- Third person singular
- moguls
- Past tense
- moguled, mogulled
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The media _____ owned three television networks.
Etymology
From "Moghul," an old term for the Mongol-descended rulers of the Mughal Empire in India, whose legendary wealth gave the word its modern sense of a powerful magnate.
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Frequently asked questions
What does “Mogul” mean?
The word “Mogul” means a rich, powerful, or highly influential person, especially in business or entertainment. In plain terms, someone who has built huge wealth and influence in a particular industry.
How do you pronounce “Mogul”?
“Mogul” is pronounced MOH-guhl (/ˈmoʊɡəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Mogul” in a sentence?
Here is “Mogul” used in a sentence: “The media mogul owned three television networks.”
What part of speech is “Mogul”?
“Mogul” is a noun.
How many meanings does “Mogul” have?
“Mogul” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a rich, powerful, or highly influential person, especially in business or entertainment.
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