louis vi
Definition
Proper noun: * Louis VI: A specific historical figure, a King of France who reigned from 1108 until his death in 1137. He is noted for his military campaigns which strengthened royal authority over the French nobility.
Usage Notes
- "Louis VI" is a proper noun used exclusively to refer to this specific monarch. It is often used in historical contexts.
- It is typically preceded by the title "King" (e.g., King Louis VI).
- The Roman numeral "VI" (meaning "the sixth") is an integral part of the name to distinguish him from other French kings named Louis.
Examples
- In historical narrative:
- Louis VI spent much of his reign subduing rebellious barons.
- The reign of Louis VI marked a significant step in the consolidation of Capetian power.
- With title:
- King Louis VI of France was also known as "Louis the Fat".
Advanced Usage
- "Louis the Fat": This is the common epithet (sobriquet) for Louis VI, often used in historical texts alongside or instead of the numeral.
- Louis the Fat successfully asserted royal power in the Île-de-France region.
Variants and Related Words
- Louis the Fat (n): The most common epithet for Louis VI, derived from his Latin nickname .
- Capetian (adj): Pertaining to the royal dynasty of France to which Louis VI belonged (the House of Capet).
Synonyms
- Louis the Fat: This is the direct synonym and alternate name.
Different Meanings
- There are no other meanings for the specific term "Louis VI." It refers uniquely to one historical person. Other "Louis" numerals (e.g., Louis XIV, Louis XVI) refer to different, later kings of France.
Noun
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king of France whose military victories consolidated his reign (1081-1137)
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