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kingly
adjective king·ly \ˈkiŋ-lē\
: of or relating to a king
: typical of or suited for a king
king·li·erking·li·est
Full Definition of KINGLY
1
: having royal rank
2
: of, relating to, or befitting a king
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First Known Use of KINGLY
14th century
Related to KINGLY
- Synonyms
- monarchical, monarchal (or monarchial), princely, queenly, regal, royal
KINGLY Defined for Kids
kingly
adjective king·ly \ˈkiŋ-lē\
Definition of KINGLY for Kids
1
: suited to a king <a kingly feast>
2
: of a king <kingly power>
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