poly combining form

\ ˈpä-lē  \

plural polys\ ˈpä-​lēz  \

Definition of poly

: many : several : much : MULTI-

// polychotomous

// polygyny

magnate noun

mag·​nate | \ ˈmag-ˌnāt  , -nət \

Definition of magnate

: a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area

// a railroad magnate