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Carolean

Carolean

9.9
Relating to the style from the time of King Charles I and II of England
  • adjective
  • /ˌkɛrəˈliːən/
  • Formal
: caroleano
  • The exhibition showcases Carolean art from the 17th century.

Examples

  • The architecture of the manor is purely Carolean in design.

  • She admires the Carolean furniture for its ornate carvings and bold lines.

  • The Carolean architecture is known for its grandeur.

  • Many Carolean paintings depict royal life.

  • She admires the Carolean furniture for its ornate carvings and bold lines.

  • The architecture of the manor is purely Carolean in design.

  • The exhibition showcases Carolean art from the 17th century.

Synonyms

Caroline
vsCarolean
  • Formal
9.6

Relating to the time when Kings Charles I and Charles II ruled England

has identical meaning but is an alternative historical term

Surface Forms

Carolean positive

Morphology

Carolean = Charles (semi-transparent) = Charles + ean

Derived from the proper name 'Charles' plus the adjective-forming suffix '-ean'; the historical spelling and phonological change (Carol-) make the formation less obvious to average learners.

Etymology

Carolean comes from the name Charles and the ending -ean, which means 'relating to', just like in Elizabethan. So Carolean means 'of' the time and style of King Charles I and II, which is why we use it for 17th-century furniture, art, and buildings.