Meaning of the word gentry in English
What does gentry mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
gentry
US /ˈdʒen.tri/
UK /ˈdʒen.tri/
Plural Noun
people of good social position, specifically (in the UK) the class of people next below the nobility in position and birth
Example:
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The local gentry were invited to the annual ball.
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The estate was owned by a family of old English gentry.