Panjandrum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /pænˈd͡ʒæn.dɹəm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Panjandrum is a noun meaning An important, powerful or influential person; muckamuck.
Meaning
An important, powerful or influential person; muckamuck.
More Meanings
- A self-important or pretentious person.
- (military, historical) A massive, rocket-propelled, explosive-laden cart designed by the British military during World War II.
Example Sentences
Silicon Valley panjandrums spent the 2010s lecturing American workers in dying industries that they needed to “learn to code.”
The territory I had sold him was largely occupied by the Duke of Oklahoma, and, no doubt, by other potentates and panjandrums unknown to me.
To show that the panjandrums are worthy of their glory, the annual report has to show how well the business has done, regardless of the actual results.
His Jerusalem visit helped him refine his unique hybrid mystique as a Tory aristocrat and exotic Jewish panjandrum, convinced him that Britain had a role in the Middle East—and let him dream of a return to Zion.
Word Forms
- panjandrums
- panjandra
Synonyms for panjandrum
Depending on context, synonyms include baron, big name, bigwig, boss, heavyweight, kingpin.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dignitary, high-up, vip, someone, king, pivot.
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