: people whose families have been rich for a long time
He comes from old money.
: of, being, or related to people whose families have been rich for a long time
an old money family/neighborhood
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Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
For decades, the idea of many aspects of luxury—especially in fashion—has remained tightly held within a narrow cultural frame: European heritage, white leadership, old money taste.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2023
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Noun
The Sinclairs are American royalty — known for their good looks, old money, and enviable bond — but after a mysterious accident changes Cadence’s life forever, everyone, including her beloved Liars, seems to have something to hide.
—Jill Goldsmith, Deadline, 17 Apr. 2025
For decades, the idea of many aspects of luxury—especially in fashion—has remained tightly held within a narrow cultural frame: European heritage, white leadership, old money taste.
—Jeetendr Sehdev, Forbes.com, 15 Apr. 2025
Adjective
Looks that celebrate vintage or heritage items are also increasingly popular—just look to newstalgia, the old money aesthetic, and the apothecary aesthetic (to name a few) for proof that this old-is-new approach to decor is having a major moment.
—Maggie Gillette, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 Mar. 2023
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“Old money.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/old%20money. Accessed 8 May. 2025.
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