An entity, usually animate, deemed superior to another; one who has a claim to precedence; a superior.
Greater in amount or quantity
Greater or lesser (whichever is seen as more advantageous), in reference to value, distance, time, etc.
Had better.
To surpass in excellence; to exceed; to excel.
To give advantage to; to support; to advance the interest of.
Had better.
To improve.
To become better; to improve.
In feudalism, the legal interest or rights of a lord or superior in an estate in land held in fee, as opposed to the vassal's or tenant's interest.
The right of a government over the private property within its jurisdiction. Usually invoked to compel land owners to sell their property in preparation for a major construction project such as a freeway.