born and bred

1. Born and educated in a single locale or social class. For example, Adam was a Bostonian, born and bred. Although the two words were paired earlier, the precise locution dates from the mid-1800s.

Example Sentences

The park reopens later and, for councillor Mark Mather, born and bred in Wooler, it is a "huge relief".

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"Melbourne is known for its love of sport and the MCG is the heart of the city - it is really important to this state and the country," says Gallina, who is Melbourne born and bred.

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Born and bred in Yeovil, the 20-year-old signed up for an apprenticeship a year ago.

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Born and bred in Oban, MacIntyre has lived on a golf course for much of his life.

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Mr Chester's family described him as "Bicester born and bred" with a "quirky sense of humour".

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