Debrett

/ dəˈbrɛt /

noun

1. a list of the British aristocracy In fullDebrett's Peerage

Word History and Origins

Origin of Debrett¹

C19: after J. Debrett (c. 1750–1822), London publisher who first issued it

Example Sentences

“Don’t even say the word ′salt′ to us…” the etiquette guide Debrett’s wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter.

From Seattle Times

Liz Wyse, etiquette adviser at Debrett's, sounded the same note of caution.

From BBC

"I'd always ask for help, I should have bought Debrett's."

From BBC

Now that King Charles III’s reign has begun, the anthem’s changes should be in effect at any event where the song is usually performed, a spokesperson for Debrett’s, a leading guide on British etiquette, told The Times in an email Thursday.

From Los Angeles Times

The song was also adapted to “God Save the Queen” for Queen Victoria, according to Debrett’s.

From Los Angeles Times