royal blue

noun

: a vivid purplish blue

Examples of royal blue in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Upon switching uniforms, trading in Dallas’ royal blue and green for the Charlotte Hornets’ purple and teal scheme, an introduction between Grant Williams and Miles Bridges wasn’t necessary. Roderick Boone, Charlotte Observer, 26 Mar. 2024 The city itself is known for its colorful wooden houses—a rainbow of rusty red, royal blue, sunny yellow and earthy green, each stacked prettily along the waterfront. Olivia Morelli, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Apr. 2024 For the full cowboy effect, the Puerto Rican superstar — wearing a royal blue suit with fringes — rides out from backstage on a horse at the beginning of the second act of his show. Griselda Flores, Billboard, 28 Feb. 2024 Little Tikes Rocking Horse Buy on Amazon Buy on Target Buy on Walmart Keep toddlers busy with this durable plastic rocking horse that’s available in royal blue or bright pink. Christine Luff, Parents, 27 Feb. 2024 Details along the turquoise rim—a fun deviation from classic royal blue—include a cacophony of mystical creatures and fantastical flora. Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 27 Feb. 2024 While most Away bags lean toward neutral colors, this Packable Carryall makes a statement with whimsical options like bright orange, teal, and royal blue, as well as muted options like black and navy. Madison Yauger, Peoplemag, 11 Jan. 2024 The home and road jerseys are a major departure for the Wave, who wore navy jerseys with royal blue sleeves and navy shorts at home and white jerseys with pink shorts on the road during their first two seasons in San Diego. Kaiser Permanente returns as the Wave’s front-of-the-jersey sponsor. Ryan Finley, San Diego Union-Tribune, 27 Feb. 2024 Hurt was last seen wearing a royal blue Price Chopper polo and green sweatpants. Andrea Klick, Kansas City Star, 22 Feb. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of royal blue was in 1789

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“Royal blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/royal%20blue. Accessed 24 Apr. 2024.

Kids Definition

royal blue

noun
: a purplish blue
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