down-at-heel vs plebeian

down-at-heel

plebeian

adj
  • Of or concerning the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome. 

  • Of or concerning the common people. 

  • Common, particularly (derogatory) vulgar, crude, coarse, uncultured. 

noun
  • A commoner, particularly (derogatory) a low, vulgar person. 

  • A member of the plebs, the common citizens of ancient Rome. 

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