Meaning & use
Magnates
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People of great wealth, power, or influence, especially in business or industry.
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Oil magnates built vast fortunes during the early 20th century.
The conference gathered tech magnates from across Silicon Valley.
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From Latin 'magnus' (great); the word originally described powerful nobles before shifting to describe business leaders.
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