The nobility
Example: The nobility owned large estates and held many privileges.
Definition
"The nobility" refers to a privileged social class in historical societies, often hereditary, that held titles, land, and special rights. They typically owned large estates and had significant influence over political and social matters in a country.
Etymology
The term "the nobility" comes from the Latin word 'nobilitas,' which means 'fame' or 'renown.' It evolved to describe a class of people recognized for their noble birth and high social rank. Did you know that in medieval Europe, being part of "the nobility" often meant having a coat of arms and a seat in the king's court?
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"The nobility" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (B1) - set 1", containing 204 commonly used words.
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