Maximilian

[ mak-suh-mil-yuhn ]

/ ˌmæk səˈmɪl yən /

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noun

1832–67, archduke of Austria: emperor of Mexico 1864–67.

a male given name.

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Words nearby Maximilian

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How to use Maximilian in a sentence

The brand’s presence at London Fashion Week marks Maximilian’s third official collection and the designer’s inaugural runway show – indicating a new chapter of growth.
Maximilian Secures Its Debut Runway Show At London Fashion Week|Blake Newby|September 27, 2021|Essence.com
Maximilian’s previous collection drew inspiration from 20th century Trinidadian artists, disco music, and nightlife captured in the 60’s – displaying that research is integrated into his design process.
Maximilian Secures Its Debut Runway Show At London Fashion Week|Blake Newby|September 27, 2021|Essence.com
Maximilian Lamarque, died at Paris; a distinguished French officer, and defender of liberal principles.
The Every Day Book of History and Chronology|Joel Munsell
Madame was once generous enough to return to the prince his palace in the Maximilian Strasse, together with all it contained.
Black Diamonds|Mr Jkai

The fate of the Emperor Maximilian was now in the hands of Juarez.
Mexico|Charles Reginald Enock
A series of diets between 1495 and 1499 produced only mutual recriminations, and then Maximilian met with a serious rebuff.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 8|Various
Maximilian found time to make earnest but unavailing efforts to mediate between his cousin, Philip II.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 11, Slice 8|Various

British Dictionary definitions for Maximilian

Maximilian

/ (ˌmæksɪˈmɪlɪən) /

noun

full name Ferdinand Maximilian Joseph. 1832–67, archduke of Austria and emperor of Mexico (1864–67). After the French had partially conquered Mexico, he was offered the throne but was defeated and shot by the Mexicans under Juárez

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