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robber baron

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robber baron

 
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–noun
1. History/Historical. a noble who robbed travelers passing through his lands.
2. a ruthlessly powerful U.S. capitalist or industrialist of the late 19th century considered to have become wealthy by exploiting natural resources, corrupting legislators, or other unethical means.
Origin:
1875–80
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robber baron  
n.  

  1. One of the American industrial or financial magnates of the late 19th century who became wealthy by unethical means, such as questionable stock-market operations and exploitation of labor.

  2. A feudal lord who robbed travelers passing through his domain.

The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
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