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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
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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