"Mitfordian" meaning in English

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Adjective

Forms: more Mitfordian [comparative], most Mitfordian [superlative]
Etymology: From Mitford + -ian. Etymology templates: {{suffix|en|Mitford|ian}} Mitford + -ian Head templates: {{en-adj}} Mitfordian (comparative more Mitfordian, superlative most Mitfordian)
  1. Of or relating to Nancy Mitford (1904–1973), English writer, known for her novels about upper-class life in England and France and for her sharp and often provocative wit.
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