Hanoverian line

/ˈhænəˌvɛriən laɪn/
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Other forms: Hanoverian lines

Definitions of Hanoverian line
  1. noun
    the English royal house that reigned from 1714 to 1901 (from George I to Victoria)
    synonyms: Hanover, House of Hanover
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    type of:
    dynasty
    a sequence of powerful leaders in the same family
    royal family, royal house, royal line, royalty
    royal persons collectively
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