Definition

Proper noun: - Edward of Woodstock: A historical figure, the eldest son of King Edward III of England. He was a renowned military commander during the early phase of the Hundred Years' War. The nickname "Black Prince" is posthumous and its exact origin is uncertain, though it may refer to his black armor or his fierce reputation.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The Black Prince led the English forces to a decisive victory at the Battle of Poitiers.
  • Historians often study the military tactics of the Black Prince.

Advanced Usage

• "The Black Prince's Ruby": Refers to a famous spinel gemstone (not a ruby) set in the Imperial State Crown of England, which is said to have been owned by him.
  • The Black Prince's Ruby has a long and bloody history.

Variants and Related Words

• Edward of Woodstock (Proper noun): The formal name for the Black Prince.
• Prince of Wales (Proper noun): A title he held during his lifetime.

Synonyms

• Edward of Woodstock: The formal, historical name.
• Edward the Black Prince: A common alternative phrasing.

Noun

1. son of Edward III who defeated the French at Crecy and Poitiers in the Hundred Years' War (1330-1376)