overling

English - English

Definition of overling in English English dictionary

A superior

Reflex laughs from the underlings present, though only grim smiles from the overlings.

Antonyms

underling

Etymology

() over +‎ -ling An equivalent word existed in Middle English, but the Modern English word does not directly descend from it. The word fell out of use, and was recreated in the 19th century to match underling.