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BOURGEOIS

of, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class

The meaning of the word bourgeois is of, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class.

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withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk
implodeto burst inward
pittancea small portion, amount, or allowance
expeditiousmarked by or acting with prompt efficiency
odiousarousing or deserving hatred or repugnance : hateful
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
commandeerto compel to perform military service
suckleto give milk to from the breast or udder