concept   master
culture   United States
statement   In the United States, the concept of 'master' historically denotes authority or control but can carry offensive connotations related to slavery.

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1 master United States Historically used to refer to a person in authority or control, such as a master craftsman or master of a trade. 1
2 master United States In Western countries, referring to someone as 'master' can be seen as outdated or offensive due to historical connotations of slavery and servitude. 1
3 master United States In the context of slavery, the term 'master' is associated with the historical ownership and control of enslaved people. 1
4 master United States In some historical contexts, a person who has ownership or control over something or someone else, such as a slave or apprentice. 1