Royal Highness
Americannoun
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(in England)
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a title used prior to 1917 and designating a brother, sister, child, grandchild, aunt, or uncle belonging to the male line of the royal family.
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a title used since 1917 and designating a child or grandchild of the sovereign.
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any person given this title by the Crown.
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(in other countries) a person who is a member of a royal family.
noun
Etymology
Origin of Royal Highness
First recorded in 1645–55
Example Sentences
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The couple shouldn’t be referred to as His or Her Royal Highness, the letter said, adding it had published the guidance to “help avoid doubt or confusion.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 8, 2026
"Their styles as His and Her Royal Highness... are not used," the letter added.
From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026
"It's just going crazy, because we bumped into her Royal Highness, it's got a load of media attention," Pete said.
From BBC ● Jun. 30, 2026
From Home Goods to His Royal Highness King Charles lll’s purveyor, 15 places Los Angeles designers say they shop for rugs.
From Los Angeles Times ● Apr. 3, 2026
"Lady Gabrielle, princess du sang, and first lady-of-honor to Her Royal Highness, please step forward."
From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton
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