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noble
1. of or relating to a hereditary class with special social or political status, often derived from a feudal period 2. Chem a. (of certain elements) chemically unreactive b. (of certain metals, esp copper, silver, and gold) resisting oxidation 3. Falconry a. designating long-winged falcons that capture their quarry by stooping on it from above b. designating the type of quarry appropriate to a particular species of falcon 4. a person belonging to a privileged social or political class whose status is usually indicated by a title conferred by sovereign authority or descent 5. (in the British Isles) a person holding the title of duke, marquess, earl, viscount, or baron, or a feminine equivalent 6. a former Brit gold coin having the value of one third of a pound Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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