base born

base·born

[beys-bawrn]
adjective
1.
of humble parentage.
2.
born out of wedlock; illegitimate.
3.
having a base character or nature; mean.

Origin:
1585–95; base2 + born

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baseborn (ˈbeɪsˌbɔːn) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
adj
1.  born of humble parents
2.  illegitimate
3.  mean; contemptible

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