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Added 9 October 2026

princely

/ˈpɹɪnsli/ adjective

In Latin: aulicus Wiktionary

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Relating to a prince.
princely birth or character
Similar or comparable to a prince.
Befitting a prince.
a princely sum

adverb

In the manner of a royal prince's conduct.

Origin

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

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