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georgian

adj.
C1 Advanced US //ˈdʒɔɹdʒən// geor·gian Archaic

adj. relating to the time when the four kings named George ruled Great Britain, from 1714 to 1830. It is often used to describe a style of beautiful, simple buildings from that period.

adj. relating to the British historical period between 1714 and 1830, or the architectural and artistic styles prevalent during the reigns of the first four Georges. Often describes symmetrical, brick-built structures with classical proportions.


SIMPLE

The city is famous for its beautiful Georgian houses.

CONTEXTUAL

Many streets in Bath are lined with Georgian townhouses that feature large windows and elegant stone fronts.

COMPLEX

The restoration project aimed to preserve the original Georgian features of the estate, including the ornate plasterwork and the distinctive symmetrical facade that defined eighteenth-century British architecture.

Etymology 1

From Georgia + -n.

Etymology 2

From George + -ian, possibly with influence from its Latin equivalent (as other regnal adjectives and nouns so derived), Geōrgius.

Usage

When referring to the historical period or architectural style, it is always capitalised.

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