noun
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Also called: princekin. a young prince
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Also called: princelet. the ruler of an insignificant territory; petty or minor prince
Etymology
Origin of princeling
Example Sentences
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The bigger jaw-dropper is: Why wasn’t this movie pitched as “Scar”? This innately good-hearted princeling is the only compelling character.
From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 19, 2024
"Losing the ‘Helaena’s Choice’ beat did weaken the scene, but not to any great degree," Martin wrote. "There is another aspect to the removal of the young princeling, however."
From Salon • Sep. 6, 2024
His ascent in the Party was particularly noted given he had no power base and was not a "princeling" like many Chinese leaders whose fathers were high-ranking officials.
From BBC • Nov. 2, 2023
A friend said after his death that the princeling had felt pressed to match the family fame — and was miserable about falling short.
From Washington Post • Jan. 13, 2023
Back at the rear of the hall, he spied the Domish princeling and his two companions.
From "A Dance with Dragons" by George R. R. Martin
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