noun
- members of a royal family
- the topmost sails on a square-rigged ship
Usage: plural form
Usage: nautical; plural form
Examples
- The royals attended the state dinner.
- British royals often participate in charity events.
- The media closely follows the activities of European royals.
- Young royals are educated in prestigious schools.
- The sailors adjusted the royals to catch more wind.
- In heavy weather, the crew would take in the royals first.