Baron
Baron is a specific title of nobility or a more generic feudal qualification. The word baron comes from French baron, itself from Frankish baro meaning "freeman, warrior"; it merged with cognate Old English beorn meaning "nobleman." Ultimately it seems to mean a burden bearer.
Elsewhere
In some republics of continental Europe, the title of "Baron" retains a purely social prestige, with no particular political privileges.
Related Topics:
Prestige - Privilege
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In the Polynesian island monarchy of Tonga, as opposed to the situation in Europe, barons are granted this imported title (in English), and continue to hold and exercise some political power.
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