royal

//ˈrɔɪəl//
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Adjective

royalCanonical form
more royalComparative
most royalSuperlative
1

relating to or belonging to a king, queen, or other monarch

The royal family attended the ceremony.

2

of exceptional quality or magnificence; splendid

We received a royal welcome at the hotel.

3

under the patronage or in the service of a monarch

She was appointed to the Royal Academy of Music.

Noun

royalsPlural
1

a member of a royal family

The royals attended the ceremony.

2

a size of paper (20 × 25 inches for printing, 19 × 24 inches for writing)

The book was printed on royal paper.