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princely

Pronunciation: /ˈpɹɪnsli/

The English word “princely” has 4 meanings listed here.

adjective

  1. Relating to a prince.
  2. Similar or comparable to a prince.
  3. Befitting a prince.

adverb

  1. In the manner of a royal prince's conduct.

Etymology

From Middle English princely, pryncely, equivalent to prince + -ly (adjectival suffix). Compare Dutch prinselijk.

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