royal blue

noun

: a vivid purplish blue

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Today, Hill is wearing a royal blue cowboy hat with matching eyeglass frames, and her store is stocked to the rafters with colorful dresses, vests, fringed jackets, hats, and homewares. — Christine Lennon, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026 In different photos, Graham could be seen modeling a chocolate string bikini, a royal blue bikini, and a white bikini underneath a plunging sheer lace dress. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 16 Aug. 2026 Damon looked dapper in a burgundy suit while Luciana rocked a royal blue gown. — Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 4 Aug. 2026 This bright royal blue upper (called racer blue on Nike’s website) accented by a white Nike Swoosh and neon volt details was the first colorway for the Caitlin 1 released. — Jon Root Outkick, FOXNews.com, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for royal blue

Word History

First Known Use

1789, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of royal blue was in 1789

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“Royal blue.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/royal%20blue. Accessed 1 Sep. 2026.

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royal blue

noun
: a purplish blue
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