gentle or simple

The phrase "gentle or simple" historically referred to individuals of any social class, encompassing both nobility and common folk.

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Definition

(archaic)Describing people of any social class, without distinguishing between nobility and commoners.

In old texts, you may find references to 'gentle or simple,' indicating inclusivity of all social ranks.

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "gentle or simple":