NobilityBy Anthony Carter / October 29, 2023 Definition: A social class generally possessing titles, hereditary or otherwise, and often land or wealth. Usage: Records of nobility can provide extensive genealogical information but may also be challenging to access. Related Terms: Peerage, Gentry, Heraldry Related Articles: Glossary: GentryGlossary: Heraldic VisitationsGlossary: Hereditary TitleGlossary: PeerageGlossary: Royal Descent