How to Pronounce Overlord

To pronounce "overlord", say OV-erl-ord — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

OV-erl-ord

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💡 Tip for remembering “overlord”

"overlord" has 3 syllables: ov-erl-ord. It rhymes with accord and lord, if that helps it stick.

What does overlord mean?

noun

  1. A ruler of other rulers.

    “The various tribal chieftains met each spring to elect an overlord that would lead them in time of war.”

  2. In the English feudal system, a lord of a manor who had subinfeudated a particular manor, estate or fee, to a tenant.

    “The tenant thenceforth owed to the overlord one of a variety of services, usually military service or serjeanty, depending on which form of tenure the estate was held under.”

verb

  1. To rule over; to domineer.

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Words that rhyme with overlord

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accordlordabhorreduntowardhorderewardsoaredimploredchordawardwarlordford

Related words

masterlordhegemonichegemonisthegemonysupervisioncontrolruler

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overlord"?▾

"Overlord" has 3 syllables: ov · erl · ord.

What does "overlord" mean?▾

Overlord: A ruler of other rulers.

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