"tech baron" meaning in All languages combined

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Noun [English]

Forms: tech barons [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun}} tech baron (plural tech barons)
  1. A prominent and influential technology entrepreneur.
    Sense id: en-tech_baron-en-noun-yn4QoyGR Categories (other): English entries with incorrect language header

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