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Well born

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Refers to a person's upper-class social status by birth, indicating prestige and respect. SlideDespite his wealth, his peers knew he wasn't well born.
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Often used in historical or period contexts to describe nobility or gentry. SlideIn the novel, the well born lady had many suitors.
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Implies privilege from birth, not earned through one's own achievements or actions. SlideHe may be well born, but he lacks the commoner's work ethic.