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nobleman

noun no·ble·man \ˈnō-bəl-mən\

: a man who is a member of the nobility

Full Definition of NOBLEMAN

: a man of noble rank : peer

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First Known Use of NOBLEMAN

14th century

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Synonyms: grandee, lord, milord, gentleman, peer

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nobleman

noun no·ble·man \ˈnō-bəl-mən\

plural no·ble·men \-mən\

Definition of NOBLEMAN for Kids

: a man of high birth or rank

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