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princely


prince·ly

adj \ˈprin(t)s-lē\
prince·li·erprince·li·est

Definition of PRINCELY

1
: of or relating to a prince : royal
2
: befitting a prince : noble, magnificent <princely manners> <a princely sum>
princely adverb

Examples of PRINCELY

  1. a display of princely courtesy
  2. <set a princely meal before their guests>

First Known Use of PRINCELY

15th century

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