aetheling Definition
a prince of a royal dynasty in Anglo-Saxon England.
Using aetheling: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "aetheling" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The aetheling was next in line for the throne.
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The aetheling was sent to live with his uncle in Normandy for safety.
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The aetheling was captured by the Danes and held for ransom.
Phrases with aetheling
Example
The aetheling's council met to discuss the kingdom's defense against the Vikings.
aetheling's land
land granted to an aetheling by the king
Example
The aetheling's land was confiscated after he rebelled against the king.
aetheling's retinue
the group of warriors and servants who accompanied an aetheling
Example
The aetheling's retinue included some of the best warriors in the kingdom.
Origins of aetheling
from Old English 'æþeling', meaning 'of noble birth'
Summary: aetheling in Brief
An 'aetheling' [ˈeɪθəlɪŋ] was a prince of a royal dynasty in Anglo-Saxon England, and was next in line for the throne. The term is derived from Old English 'æþeling', meaning 'of noble birth'. Phrases like 'the aetheling's council' and 'aetheling's land' refer to the council of nobles that advised the aetheling and land granted to an aetheling by the king, respectively.
