petty bourgeoisie
English
editEtymology
editAnglicisation of French petite (“little”) bourgeoisie.
Noun
editpetty bourgeoisie (plural petty bourgeoisies)
- (Marxism) A social class of that bourgeoisie that typically works alongside their employees if they have any, exemplified by shopkeepers and professionals.
Synonyms
editAntonyms
editTranslations
editsocial class
|