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royale

noun
roy·​ale | \(ˈ)rȯi¦al, (ˈ)rȯ(i)¦yal\
plural -s

Definition of royale 

1 : an egg custard cooked and set in a mold, cut into various shapes when cold, and added as a garnish to clear soups

2 : a changement de pied with a beating together of the legs while in the air

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History and Etymology for royale

French, from feminine of royal, adjective

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