Blue blood
The phrase "blue blood" refers to someone of noble or aristocratic status. It originated from the notion that the veins of the upper class appeared more visible through their light skin, giving the appearance of blue blood running through their veins. This term has been used historically to describe individuals from noble lineages or royal families.
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