imperial

²imperial

noun

Definition of IMPERIAL

1

capitalized : an adherent or soldier of the Holy Roman emperor

2

: emperor

3

[French impériale; from the beard worn by Napoléon III] : a pointed beard growing below the lower lip

4

: something of unusual size or excellence

First Known Use of IMPERIAL

circa 1524

Other Fashion Terms

bodkin, chignon, cowlick, eau de toilette, pocket, pomander, tonsorial