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rich family; distinguished family
「大家」 has other readings with different meanings.
彼は日本画の大家として知られている。
He is known as a master of Japanese painting.
この分野の大家に教えを請うた。
I sought teachings from a master in this field.
美術館で大家の作品を見て感動した。
I was moved by the master's work.