: a double-breasted frock coat with the upper part fitted to the body

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Word History

Etymology

Prince Albert Edward (later Edward VII king of England)

First Known Use

1873, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Prince Albert was in 1873

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“Prince Albert.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Prince%20Albert. Accessed 17 Mar. 2025.

Kids Definition

Prince Albert

noun
: a long double-breasted coat

Geographical Definition

Prince Albert

geographical name

city on the North Saskatchewan River in central Saskatchewan, Canada population 35,129

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