William IV

American  

noun

1. the Sailor-King, 1765–1837, king of Great Britain and Ireland 1830–37 (brother of George IV).

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William IV British  

noun

1. known as the Sailor King. 1765–1837, king of the United Kingdom and of Hanover (1830–37), succeeding his brother George IV; the third son of George III

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Example Sentences

The future William IV was a strong pro-slavery advocate, while his cousin the Duke of Gloucester was a leading light of the campaign for abolition.

From BBC • Oct. 31, 2023

The coronation ring, known as "The Wedding Ring of England" and composed of a sapphire with a ruby cross set in diamonds, was made for the coronation of King William IV in 1831.

From Reuters • May 5, 2023

The Gold State Coach, used to transport every newly crowned monarch since King William IV in 1831, is visually impressive.

From Washington Post • Apr. 10, 2023

Elizabeth described it as “horrible,” Queen Victoria complained of its “distressing oscillation,” and William IV — known as the Sailor King — said it was like “being aboard a ship tossing in a rough sea.”

From Washington Times • Apr. 10, 2023

Frederick William IV, King of Prussia, bestowed a pension upon him in 1842.

From Atta Troll by Heine, Heinrich