Edward IV
Definition
- Proper noun:
- King of England from 1461 to 1470 and from 1471 to 1483: Edward IV was a monarch of the House of York during the Wars of the Roses. His reign was interrupted when he was briefly deposed in 1470, but he regained the throne in 1471 following his military victory at the Battle of Tewkesbury.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Edward IV was crowned king in 1461.
- The reign of Edward IV saw a period of relative stability.
- Historians study the tactics Edward IV used at the Battle of Tewkesbury.
Advanced Usage
- "The Yorkist king, Edward IV...": Used to specify his royal house and faction during the Wars of the Roses.
- The Yorkist king, Edward IV, seized power from Henry VI.
Variants and Related Words
- Edward, Earl of March: His title before becoming king.
- House of York: The royal house to which he belonged.
- Wars of the Roses: The series of civil wars during which he reigned.
Synonyms
- The Yorkist king: A descriptor emphasizing his royal lineage and faction.
- King Edward: A more general royal title.
Related Phrases
- To regain the throne like Edward IV: To recapture a position of power after losing it, alluding to his return from exile.
- After the corporate coup, the former CEO fought to regain the throne like Edward IV.
Noun
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King of England from 1461 to 1470 and from 1471 to 1483; was dethroned in 1470 but regained the throne in 1471 by his victory at the battle of Tewkesbury (1442-1483)
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