Magnate
Pronunciation
- US IPA: /ˈmægneɪt/, /ˈmægnət/
- Homophones: magnet (/ˈmægnət/)
Origin
From Latin magnum ("great")
Full definition of magnate
Noun
magnate
(plural magnates)- Metal object with flux.
- Powerful industrialist; captain of industry.
- A person of rank, influence or distinction in any sphere.