English word royal comes from Latin -alis, Latin regem, and later Latin regalis (Of or pertaining to a king. Regal, royal.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| -alis | Latin (lat) | Used to form adjectives of relationship from nouns or numerals. |
| regem | Latin (lat) | |
| regalis | Latin (lat) | Of or pertaining to a king. Regal, royal. |
| regiel | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | |
| reaume | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | Kingdom. |
| roial | Old French (842-ca. 1400) (fro) | Royal. |
| royal | English (en) | (card games) In auction bridge, a royal spade.. (dated) The Australian decimal currency intended to replace the pound in 1966; was changed to "dollar" before it was actually circulated.. (military) A small mortar.. (nautical, sailing) In large sailing ships, square sail over the topgallant sail.. (paper, printing) A standard size of printing paper, measuring 25 by 20 inches.. A royal person; [...] |