Royal
Example: The royal family visited the old castle yesterday.
Definition
"Royal" refers to anything relating to a king, queen, or monarchy, often associated with the ruling family or sovereign state. It typically describes persons, properties, privileges, or ceremonies connected to the reigning monarch, as in 'The royal family visited the old castle yesterday.'
Etymology
The word "royal" comes from the Old French term 'roial' or 'real,' which derives from the Latin 'regalis,' meaning 'regal' or 'kingly.' Did you know that the root 'rex' in Latin means 'king,' highlighting the word's deep connection to monarchy and rule?
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"Royal" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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