Tudors

Cultural  

1. A family that ruled England from the late fifteenth century until the beginning of the seventeenth century. Queen Elizabeth I was a Tudor. After the death of Elizabeth, who had no heirs, the crown passed to the Stuarts of Scotland.

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Example Sentences

Ahern said the shopping spree is causing deep concern among locals that the new builds won’t match the charm and quirks of Altadena, where century-old Craftsmans mingle with Colonial Revivals and English Tudors.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2025

Somerset House’s Georgian era buildings and square were built on the site of a palace dating back to the Tudors.

From BBC • Aug. 20, 2024

The bar staff knows regulars by name and is primed for chitchat in a part of London best known for its role in maritime history and as the birthplace of notable Tudors, including Henry VIII.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 31, 2024

First, how brave he was being a Catholic in such dangerous times, during the Tudors and Queen Elizabeth’s reign.

From New York Times • Jul. 4, 2023

‘The Tudors, miss?’ one of the girls near us asks.

From "Code Name Kingfisher" by Liz Kessler