Meaning & use
Milieus
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The plural of 'milieu', referring to a person's social environment, surroundings, or setting.
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The author drew on his working-class milieus to shape the novel's characters.
Different artistic milieus influenced her evolving style over the decades.
A note on using this word
Borrowed from French, where 'milieu' literally means 'middle place'; the alternative plural 'milieux' also appears in more formal writing.
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