answersLogoWhite

0

Someone who is cultured and well educated. An intellectual.

The slang term "highbrow" comes from the psuedo-science of phrenology, where the size and shape of the head supposedly defined the talents and capabilities of the individual. Those with a high brow supposedly had a larger frontal cortex of the brain, and were smarter than "lowbrows."

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

What else can I help you with?

Related Questions

What is the duration of Going Highbrow?

The runtime of the film Going Highbrow (1935) is 1 hour, 7 minutes.


What rhymes with eyebrow?

highbrows..earbrows


What are the ratings and certificates for Going Highbrow - 1935?

Going Highbrow - 1935 is rated/received certificates of: USA:Approved (PCA #856) USA:TV-G (TV rating)


What are the release dates for Going Highbrow - 1935?

Going Highbrow - 1935 was released on: USA: 6 July 1935 (limited) USA: 23 August 1935


When was Going Highbrow created?

The movie "Going Highbrow" was widely released on August 23, 1935. There were earlier limited releases in the US (July 6) and in London (July 23).


What is the compound word for high?

highball highborn highboy highbrow highchair highhanded highlight highpoint high school hightail highway highhanded high heels


What is the definition of something?

The definition of something describes exactly what the word is and how the word can be used. You will also see synonyms for the word and if the word is a noun or adjective when viewing the definition.


Is the first definition of a word in a dictionary correct?

The dictionary definition of a word


What is the definition of word processing package?

what is the definition of word-processing package


Who coined the terms highbrow and lowbrow?

The slang terms "highbrow" (cultured) and "lowbrow" (common) come from the psuedo-science of phrenology, where the size and shape of the head supposedly defined the talents and capabilities of the individual. Those with a "high brow" supposedly had a larger frontal cortex of the brain, and were smarter than "lowbrows."


What is the definition of the word cited?

The definition of the word cited is quote as evidence for or justification of an argument or statement. Another definition for the word cited is mention as an example.


What is the definition of a compound word?

a definition of a compound word is jack-ass.