house of hanover
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Definition
Proper noun 1. A British royal dynasty: The House of Hanover was the reigning royal family of Great Britain and later the United Kingdom from 1714 to 1901. It succeeded the House of Stuart. 2. A historical period: The term also refers to the era in British history defined by the rule of monarchs from this German-origin dynasty, known as the Georgian and early Victorian eras.
Usage Examples
- As the ruling family:
- The House of Hanover ascended to the British throne following the death of Queen Anne.
- Under the House of Hanover, Britain became a major global power.
- Referring to the historical period:
- Architecture from the House of Hanover period is notably elegant.
- The political landscape changed significantly during the rule of the House of Hanover.
Advanced Usage
- "Hanoverian" (adjective): Pertaining to the House of Hanover or its period.
- Hanoverian succession laws were established in the early 18th century.
- The collection focuses on Hanoverian portraiture.
- In historical context: The name highlights the personal union between Britain and the Electorate of Hanover in Germany, which lasted until 1837.
- The monarchs of the House of Hanover were also Electors (and later Kings) of Hanover.
Variants and Related Words
- Hanoverian (noun): A supporter of the House of Hanover; a person from Hanover.
- The Hanoverians faced opposition from Jacobites.
- Georgian era: The period of the first four Hanoverian kings, all named George (1714-1830).
- Victorian era: The period of Queen Victoria's rule (1837-1901), the last monarch of the House of Hanover.
Synonyms
- Hanoverian line
- The Hanoverians
Related Phrases
- Hanoverian Succession: The Act of Settlement (1701) that secured the Protestant succession for the House of Hanover after Queen Anne.
- The Jacobite rebellions aimed to overturn the Hanoverian Succession.
Noun
- the English royal house that reigned from 1714 to 1901 (from George I to Victoria)