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press lord

/ˈpres lɔːd/

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/ˈpres lɔːd/formalbritishobsolete
  • ruУстаревшее британское выражение, означающее принуждение к военной или морской службе, особенно путем призыва или насильственной вербовки. Исторически использовалось в XVIII и XIX веках, когда вербовочные банды насильно набирали мужчин в Королевский флот.

An archaic British expression meaning to force someone into military or naval service, especially by conscription or impressment. Historically used during the 18th and 19th centuries when press gangs would forcibly recruit men into the Royal Navy.

  1. Media MagnateC1formalbritish

    A wealthy and powerful person who owns or controls a major newspaper or media company.

    ruМедиамагнат

    • The press lord used his newspapers to influence public opinion.
    • A famous press lord once owned several national dailies.
    • The press lord's empire included both print and digital media.