Alexander II

noun

1. died 1073, Italian ecclesiastic: pope 1061–1073.
2. Aleksandr Nikolaevich, 1818–81, czar of Russia 1855–81.

Alexander II

noun

1. Alexander11981249MScottishPOLITICS: hereditary ruler 1198–1249, king of Scotland (1214–49), son of William (the Lion)
2. Alexander18181881MRussianPOLITICS: hereditary ruler 1818–81, tsar of Russia (1855–81), son of Nicholas I, who emancipated the serfs (1861). He was assassinated by the Nihilists

Example Sentences

It is most often found among the great mistresses of princes, and it was from a mistress of Alexander II.

From Project Gutenberg

Other doubtful interments here, besides that of the magician, are those of Alexander II.

From Project Gutenberg

For one hundred and fifty years the rule suffered no exception until Alexander II.

From Project Gutenberg

A prudent diplomacy, and the friendly demonstrations of Alexander II.

From Project Gutenberg

Alexander II was thirty-seven years old when he succeeded to the throne.

From Project Gutenberg