gentry

Definition

The class of people of high social standing, especially landowners; polite society.

हिन्दी उच्च सामाजिक स्थिति वाले लोगों का वर्ग, विशेषकर भूमि स्वामी; शिष्ट समाज।

Example

"In the 19th century, the local gentry hosted elaborate balls."