bourgeoisie

Definition

A class of citizens who were wealthier members of the third estate.

Etymology

Unadapted borrowing from French bourgeoisie, from bourgeois (“a class of citizens who were wealthier members of the Third Estate”), from bourgeois, “burghers”, i.e., townspeople.

Example Sentences

• "For quotations using this term, see Citations:bourgeoisie."
• "For quotations using this term, see Citations:bourgeoisie."