Bourbonize
verb
verb ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Verb
- 1 To bring under the power or influence of the Bourbon dynasty of Europe. transitive
"Secondly, it was the object of the French Government, as far as possible, to "Bourbonize" the French army, and this was to be done most effectually by leading it to victory under the command of a Duke of the family […]"
Example
More examples"Secondly, it was the object of the French Government, as far as possible, to "Bourbonize" the French army, and this was to be done most effectually by leading it to victory under the command of a Duke of the family […]"
Etymology
Bourbon + -ize
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