30 royal words you need to know - and what they all actually mean
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The royals have an entire language of their own - so here’s everything you need to know to ensure you’re up to speed with the lingo of the monarchy
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Monarchy
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Prince
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Princess
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Queen
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King
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Queen Consort
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Queen Regnant
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Sovereign
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Accession
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Abdicate
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Succession, or line of succession
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Engagement
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Jubilee
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Duke
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Duchess
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HRH
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Commonwealth
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Equerry
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Patronage
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Soft power diplomacy
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Royal tour
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Institution
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Earl
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Countess
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Viscount
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Viscountess
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Heir apparent
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Interregnum
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Lady-in-waiting
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Coat of arms
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