Aristocrat \A*ris"to*crat\ (?; 277), n. [F. aristocrate. See
   {Aristocracy}.]
   1. One of the aristocracy or people of rank in a community;
      one of a ruling class; a noble.
      
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   2. One who is overbearing in his temper or habits; a proud or
      haughty person.
      
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            A born aristocrat, bred radical.      --Mrs.
                                                  Browning.
      
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   3. One who favors an aristocracy as a form of government, or
      believes the aristocracy should govern.
      
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            His whole family are accused of being aristocrats.
                                                  --Romilly.
      
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 Aristocratic