George IV

American  

noun

1. 1762–1830, king of England 1820–30 (son of George III).

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George IV British  

noun

1. 1762–1830, king of Great Britain and Ireland and also of Hanover (1820–30); regent (1811–20). His father (George III) disapproved of his profligate ways, which undermined the prestige of the crown, and of his association with the Whig opposition

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The Elephant House was one of several properties badly damaged in a blaze on George IV Bridge in August 2021.

From BBC ● Dec. 29, 2025

The street, which links George IV bridge and the Grassmarket, is claimed as the inspiration for the alley where wizards bought their magical supplies.

From BBC ● Jul. 17, 2025

The procession is celebrating its 200th anniversary, a tradition begun during the reign of George IV in 1825 when the monarch was accompanied by the Duke of Wellington.

From BBC ● Jun. 18, 2025

The Elephant House cafe was one of several properties badly damaged in a blaze on George IV Bridge in Edinburgh in August 2021.

From BBC ● Dec. 22, 2023

It is a curious form to be chosen when one had such beautiful examples of architectural art near by, only equalled, perhaps, in atrociousness by the "Royal Pavilion" of England's George IV.

From Castles and Chateaux of Old Touraine and the Loire Country by Mansfield, M. F. (Milburg Francisco)