richard the lionheart

Thân thiện

King Richard the Lionheart rides his horse across a green field.

Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A historical king of England: Richard the Lionheart refers specifically to Richard I, who was King of England from 1189 to 1199. He was the son of King Henry II and Eleanor of Aquitaine.
   • A notable crusader: He is famously known as a central military leader during the Third Crusade (1189–1192), which aimed to recapture Jerusalem from Saladin.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Richard the Lionheart spent very little of his reign in England itself.
  • The legends of Richard the Lionheart often emphasize his bravery and skill in battle.

Advanced Usage

• "The Lionheart": This epithet is often used alone to refer to him, especially in poetic or historical contexts, symbolizing courage and martial prowess.
  • The chronicles praised the exploits of the Lionheart in the Holy Land.

Variants and Related Words

• Richard I: The formal regnal name for Richard the Lionheart.
• Coeur de Lion: The French translation of his epithet, meaning "Lionheart," commonly used in historical texts.

Synonyms

• Richard I of England: The formal historical designation.
• Richard Plantagenet: Referring to his family dynasty.

Notes on Meaning

The term "Richard the Lionheart" specifically denotes the historical figure and his associated legacy. It is not used as a common noun or adjective. His reign is particularly noted for his absence due to the Crusade and his captivity, which had significant consequences for English governance and finance.

Học thuật

Noun

1. son of Henry II and King of England from 1189 to 1199; a leader of the Third Crusade; on his way home from the crusade he was captured and held prisoner in the Holy Roman Empire until England ransomed him in 1194 (1157-1199)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Richard I
• Richard Coeur de Lion
• Richard the Lionheart
• Richard the Lion-Hearted