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noun B2 Upper-Intermediate Uncommon

nobleman

NOHBL-muhn

Nobleman (noun) means a male member of the aristocracy, ranking anywhere from baron up to prince. Example: “The nobleman inherited the estate from his late father.”

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A male member of the aristocracy, ranking anywhere from baron up to prince.
"The nobleman inherited the estate from his late father."

How to use nobleman

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA male aristocrat.

Word forms

noblemen plural

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Etymology

A compound of "noble" and "man."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “nobleman” mean?

The word “nobleman” means a male member of the aristocracy, ranking anywhere from baron up to prince. In plain terms, a male aristocrat.

How do you pronounce “nobleman”?

“Nobleman” is pronounced NOHBL-muhn (/ˈnoʊbl̩mən/ in IPA).

How do you use “nobleman” in a sentence?

Here is “nobleman” used in a sentence: “The nobleman inherited the estate from his late father.”

What is the opposite of “nobleman”?

The opposite of “nobleman” — its antonyms — is commoner.

What part of speech is “nobleman”?

“Nobleman” is a noun.

Is “nobleman” a common word?

“Nobleman” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

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