Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
philip-v
Proper Noun
/ˈfɪlɪp viː/
Definition
Philip V was a king of Spain who ruled from 1700 to 1724 and again from 1724 to 1746.
Examples
- Philip V of Spain ascended to the throne after the death of Charles II.
- Historians debate the impact of Philip V’s policies on the Spanish Empire.
Meaning
Philip V was the first Bourbon king of Spain, notable for beginning the Bourbon dynasty. His reign was marked by the War of the Spanish Succession and subsequent conflicts that defined Spain’s influence in Europe.
Synonyms
- Philip V of Spain
- King Philip V
