Definition of Petty bourgeoisie

1. Noun. Lower middle class (shopkeepers and clerical staff etc.).

Exact synonyms: Petit Bourgeois, Petite Bourgeoisie
Generic synonyms: Bourgeoisie, Middle Class
Member holonyms: Petit Bourgeois

Definition of Petty bourgeoisie

1. Noun. (Marxism) A social class of that bourgeoisie that typically works alongside their employees if they have any, exemplified by shopkeepers and professionals. ¹

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Lexicographical Neighbors of Petty Bourgeoisie

petting zoo
pettings
pettish
pettishly
pettishness
pettishnesses
pettitoes
pettle
pettled
pettles
pettling
petto
petty
petty(a)
petty apartheid
petty bourgeoisie
petty bourgeoisies
petty cash
petty criticism
petty juror
petty jury
petty larcenies
petty larceny
petty morel
petty officer
petty officers

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