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Milieu

[miˈli̯øː]

noun

LanguageGerman (Germany)

Meaning
  1. atmosphere, ambiance, environment, setting (in general)
  2. a specific social environment or setting
  3. underworld; demimonde; world of crime, drugs, and/or prostitution
  4. environment
Examples

das Milieu der Schönen und Reichen

the environment of the rich and beautiful

Pronunciationmiˈli̯øː

Part of speechnoun

Usage noteThe word can be used neutrally for general surroundings or specifically to describe criminal or marginalized circles.

Status: Adapted from English Wiktionary — awaiting native speaker review

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