Definition

Proper noun: - King of Spain from 1975 to 2014: Refers to the former Spanish monarch who reigned from November 22, 1975, until his abdication in June 2014. He was born on January 5, 1938. His full name is Juan Carlos Víctor María de Borbón y Borbón.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Juan Carlos Victor Maria de Borbon y Borbon ascended the throne following the death of Francisco Franco.
  • The reign of Juan Carlos Victor Maria de Borbon y Borbon was marked by Spain's transition to democracy.

Advanced Usage

• Historical Reference: The name is used in formal historical and biographical contexts to refer specifically to the former king, distinguishing him from other members of the Spanish royal family.
  • The biography detailed the early life of Juan Carlos Victor Maria de Borbon y Borbon.

Variants and Related Words

• Juan Carlos I: The official regnal name and title used during his reign.
  • King Juan Carlos I addressed the nation.
• King Juan Carlos: A common shortened form used in media and general discourse.
• Don Juan Carlos: An honorific form of address.

Synonyms

• The former king of Spain: A descriptive synonym.
• The Spanish monarch (1975-2014): A contextual synonym specifying the period.

Notes

• This is a specific, formal proper noun referring to a unique individual. It does not have phrasal verbs or idioms associated with it.

Noun

1. king of Spain since 1975 (born in 1938)