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Definition the bourgeoisie in British English

the bourgeoisie noun

[singular] noun
/ˌbʊə(r)ʒwɑːˈziː/
1

the middle class, especially when they are thought of as being too interested in money and possessions and in being socially respected: can be followed by a singular or plural verb

2

the class of people who are educated and own property, according to Marxist ideas: can be followed by a singular or plural verb

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Definition the bourgeoisie in British English