noble


Definition: Meaning of, noble in English to English dictionary.

Pronunciation: / ˈnəʊb(ə)l /

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noble nobler noblest
  1. morally good or generous in a way that is admired
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  2. [only before noun] belonging to the nobility
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  3. something that is noble is very impressive and beautiful
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  4. noble gas/metal technical a noble gas or metal is not affected chemically by other substances
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  5. noble savage literary someone who comes from a society that is less developed or interested in money than western countries, making them morally better than people who live in western countries
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noble nobles
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  1. a member of the highest social class with a title such as 'Duke' or 'Countess'
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noble used in phrases

  • Barnes and Noble
    1. a US company that sells books
  • danseur noble (noun)
    1. a male ballet dancer who is the partner of a ballerina
  • noble cane (noun)
    1. sugarcanes representing the highest development of the species; characterized by large juicy stalks with soft rinds and high sugar content
  • noble gas (noun)
    1. any of the chemically inert gaseous elements of the helium group in the periodic table
  • noble metal (noun)
    1. any metal that is resistant to corrosion or oxidation
  • noble-minded (adjective)
    1. of high moral or intellectual value; elevated in nature or style
  • noble-mindedness (noun)
    1. elevated ideals or conduct; the quality of believing that ideals should be pursued
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