"Boston Brahmin" meaning in English

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Noun

Forms: Boston Brahmins [plural]
Head templates: {{en-noun|head=Boston Brahmin}} Boston Brahmin (plural Boston Brahmins)
  1. A person of high social standing who is a member of a wealthy, influential family with a lengthy history of residence in or near the city of Boston, USA. Wikipedia link: Boston Brahmin Categories (topical): People Synonyms: Brahmin, Boston brahmin

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