Meaning of the word mogul in English

What does mogul mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

mogul

US /ˈmoʊ.ɡəl/
UK /ˈməʊ.ɡəl/

Noun

1.

an important, powerful, or influential person, especially in business or media

Example:
He became a media mogul after building his empire from scratch.
The tech mogul announced his retirement from the company.
2.

a bump or mound of snow on a ski slope

Example:
Skiing over the moguls requires skill and balance.
The advanced slope was full of challenging moguls.