boyars

[US]/ˈbɔɪər/
[UK]/ˈboʊjɑːr/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A member of the nobility in Russia, ranking below a prince. This class was abolished by Peter the Great; also refers to a privileged class in Romania.

Phrases & Collocations

boyar class

boyar council

boyar power

boyar influence

boyar rank

medieval boyar

russian boyar

boyar family

boyar estates

noble boyar

Example Sentences

the boyar held a grand feast in his castle.

many boyars were influential in the royal court.

the boyar's daughter was known for her beauty.

boyars often owned large estates and lands.

in ancient times, boyars played a key role in politics.

the boyar's loyalty to the king was unquestionable.

boyars were often involved in military campaigns.

the boyar's family had a long lineage of nobility.

boyars were expected to provide for their vassals.

many boyars lived in opulent homes filled with treasures.

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