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Royal Yard

Noun:

1. (Architecture) A yard or enclosed space within a royal palace or residence.

Example sentence: The royal yard of Buckingham Palace is renowned for its meticulously manicured gardens.

Noun:

2. (Maritime) The principal yard on the mainmast of a ship, typically used for carrying large square sails.

Example sentence: The crew climbed up the royal yard to unfurl the enormous topsail.

Noun:

3. (Measurement) A unit of linear measure equal to 0.9144 meters or 3 feet, often used in the UK.

Example sentence: The football field was precisely marked with a measurement of 100 royal yards.

Adjective:

1. (Popular) Describing something or someone related to or associated with the monarch or the royal family.

Example sentence: The royal yard procession attracted thousands of spectators eager to catch a glimpse of the Queen.

Adjective:

2. (Local) Pertaining to or belonging to the area or jurisdiction of a royal household or establishment.

Example sentence: The cathedral was granted royal yard status, allowing it to host exclusive ceremonies for the royal court.