middle–class

adjective mid·dle–class \ˌmi-d^əl-ˈklas\

Definition of MIDDLE-CLASS

: of or relating to the middle class; especially : characterized by a high material standard of living, sexual morality, and respect for property

— mid·dle–class·ness \-nəs\ noun

1836

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