Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
Plantagenet
noun
/ˌplæntəˈdʒɛnɪt/
Definition
A member of a royal dynasty that ruled England from the 12th to the 15th century.
Examples
- King Richard III was the last monarch from the Plantagenet line.
- The Plantagenets were known for their struggles with civil wars and the establishment of royal authority.
Meaning
The term refers to the family name of a significant line of English kings, known for their impactful reigns and for shaping the history of England.
Synonyms
- Dynasty
- Royal house
- House of Plantagenet
