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A very wealthy or powerful businessman.

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Usage examples (34)
  • The real estate tycoon was never seen without his expensive car.
  • The tycoon is a top ruling party official close to President Hosni Mubarak's powerful son,
  • The tycoon is a top ruling party official close to President Hosni Mubarak's powerful son, Gamal.
  • Mbalula also appeared to reject the notion of tycoon Tokyo Sexwale as a compromise candidate for the leadership.
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