Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • An honorary English society for the advancement of science: The Royal Society is a learned society and the United Kingdom's national academy of sciences. Formally founded in 1660 and later granted a royal charter, it has played a central role in promoting scientific research and excellence.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • Isaac Newton was a president of the Royal Society.
  • The findings were published in a journal of the Royal Society.
  • She was elected a Fellow of the Royal Society for her contributions to chemistry.

Advanced Usage

• "Fellow of the Royal Society (FRS)": a prestigious title awarded to individuals for their substantial contributions to science.
  • Being named a Fellow of the Royal Society is one of the highest honors a scientist can receive.

Variants and Related Words

• The Royal Society of London for Improving Natural Knowledge: The full, historical name of the society.
• Royal Society journal: Refers to any of the academic periodicals published by the society, such as .

Synonyms

• Scientific academy
• Learned society

Related Idioms and Phrases

• "Royal Society charter": Refers to the formal document issued by the monarchy that establishes the society's rights and privileges.
  • The Royal Society charter was granted by King Charles II.

Noun

1. an honorary English society (formalized in 1660 and given a royal charter by Charles II in 1662) through which the British government has supported science