Hanoverian

adjective

Han·o·ve·ri·an | \ ˌha-nə-ˈvir-ē-ən

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Definition of Hanoverian

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : of, relating to, or supporting the German ducal house of Hanover

2 : of or relating to the British royal house that ruled from 1714 to 1901

Hanoverian

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Definition of Hanoverian (Entry 2 of 2)

1 : a member or supporter of the ducal or of the British royal Hanoverian house

2 : any of a breed of horses of German origin bred to excel in equestrian competition (such as dressage and jumping)

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