Romeo and Juliet 1.5 Word Nerd: "portly"

The term 'portly' originally described someone with a stately manner, often associated with the upper class. Over time, it came to refer to the visible sign of wealth, such as a large belly, distinguishing the non-working aristocracy from the labor-intensive working class. In the 1930s, 'portly' was used as a size for men's pants. In literature, Lord Capulet uses the original meaning of 'portly' to describe Romeo as a well-mannered gentleman.

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