royal blue

noun

: a vivid purplish blue

Examples of royal blue in a Sentence

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As part of the welcome, Camilla — who wore a royal blue silk crepe dress by Fiona Clare and the Australian wattle brooch, a gift from Australian people to Queen Elizabeth — was presented with a posy by Ky, 12, and his sister Charlotte. Simon Perry, People.com, 18 Oct. 2024 Her colorway is currently sold out on Adidas’s site, but there are plenty of other fun options in stock, like red and lavender or royal blue and pink. SELF, 5 Oct. 2024 Each room is individually decorated giving them all a unique feel, but there is still a cohesive vibe thanks to coastal decor, royal blues, and some with an ocean view. Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 17 June 2024 The hotel’s 100 rooms and suites are swathed in warm chestnut wood and touches of royal blue for a look that’s elegant and modern. Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 18 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for royal blue 

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of royal blue was in 1789

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“Royal blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/royal%20blue. Accessed 14 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

royal blue

noun
: a purplish blue
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