Before revision: It is also distinct from the capitalist class haute bourgeoisie ('high' bourgeoisie) that owns the means of production and thus can buy the labor-power of the proletariat and to work the means of production.
After revision: It is also distinct from the capitalist class haute bourgeoisie ('high' bourgeoisie) , defined by owning the means of production and thus deriving most of their wealth from buying the labor-power of the proletariat and to work the means of production.