The nobleman
Example: The nobleman wore a crown at the royal ceremony.
Definition
"The nobleman" refers to a man belonging to a high social class, often holding a hereditary title or rank, who typically has privileges and responsibilities within a monarchy or aristocratic society, such as land ownership or advisory roles to the sovereign.
Etymology
The term "the nobleman" originates from the Old French word 'noble' meaning high-born or distinguished, which itself comes from the Latin 'nobilis'. The suffix 'man' simply denotes an adult male. Together, they describe a man of noble birth or status, often associated with medieval European aristocracy.
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"The nobleman" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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