faruk i
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Definition
Proper noun: A historical figure, specifically the last reigning king of Egypt and Sudan from 1936 until his abdication in 1952 following a military coup. His full title was King Farouk I.
Usage
The term is used as a proper noun to refer specifically to this individual, primarily in historical and political contexts. * King Farouk I was known for his lavish lifestyle. * The revolution of 1952 forced Farouk I into exile.
Advanced Usage
- The numeral "I" (the first) is used to distinguish him from any potential future monarch of the same name, though no successor used it.
- Often referred to simply as "King Farouk" or "Farouk" in less formal historical writing, but "Farouk I" is the precise regnal name.
Variants and Related Words
- Farouk: The more common shortened form of the name.
- King Farouk: The title and name used together.
Synonyms
- Monarch
- Sovereign
- Ruler (These are general synonyms for a king, not specific to this person)
Related Phrases/Idioms
- The reign of Farouk I: Refers to the period of Egyptian history from 1936 to 1952.
- The end of the reign of Farouk I marked a new era for Egypt.
Noun
- king of Egypt who in 1952 was ousted by a military coup d'etat (1920-1965)