Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
dauphin
noun
/doʊˈfæn/
Definition
The title given to the heir apparent to the French throne.
Examples
- King Louis XI had the title of Dauphin before he ascended the throne.
- The dauphin led the French forces during the Hundred Years’ War.
- During the Renaissance, the title dauphin became synonymous with royal privilege in France.
Meaning
In historical context, the dauphin was the first-born son of the King of France and was designated to succeed to the throne.
Synonyms
- heir
- prince
- succeeding lord
