Cryptic crossword clue
Mom denied coming from such a disreputable class 9

The most common and most likely answer to this crossword clue is the 9 letter word DEMIMONDE

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What does DEMIMONDE mean?

DEMIMONDE noun
  1. A class of women maintained by wealthy protectors; female courtesans or prostitutes as a group.
  2. (by extension) A group having little respect or reputation.
  3. (by extension) A member of such a class or group of persons.

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